OPT Corporate Recruiter Jobs
Corporate Recruiter roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in human resources, business, or psychology. Most positions qualify as professional roles under OPT's specialty occupation standard. Your 12-month OPT window is enough time to demonstrate value and position yourself for H-1B visa sponsorship through a full-time recruiting role.
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Affirmed Home Care is a premier concierge home care provider dedicated to delivering exceptional one-on-one care throughout New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. As we continue to expand, we are seeking an experienced and results-driven Recruitment Manager to join our Recruitment team and assist the Director of Recruitment in driving the growth of our exceptional caregiver workforce.
If you're a passionate recruitment leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building high-performing teams, and is committed to attracting top healthcare talent, we invite you to join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients and caregivers every day.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $75,000–$85,000 per year
Location: New York (Travel to office locations in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut as needed)
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in developing and implementing recruitment strategies to attract high-quality HHAs, CNAs, LPNs, RNs, and Live-In Caregivers.
- Monitor recruiter performance through key performance indicators (KPIs), including outbound calls, interviews, hires, and retention.
- Partner with the Director of Recruitment to develop recruiting plans based on staffing needs across multiple states.
- Recruit and source highly qualified caregivers for hard-to-staff cases and VIP clients throughout New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut using targeted recruitment strategies to ensure timely placement and exceptional continuity of care.
- Assist the Director of Recruitment with sourcing, interviewing, and hiring field staff for all service areas as needed.
- Oversee job postings across recruitment platforms, including Indeed, LinkedIn, JazzHR, MyCNAJobs, ZipRecruiter, and other sourcing channels.
- Build and maintain strong caregiver pipelines through networking, employee referrals, community outreach, schools, and job fairs.
- Analyze recruitment metrics and prepare weekly and monthly recruiting reports for the Director of Recruitment and senior leadership.
- Partner with Operations, Coordination, Client Services, Human Resources, and Compliance to ensure caregivers are hired and onboarded efficiently.
- Ensure candidates meet all licensing, credentialing, and compliance requirements prior to orientation.
- Develop creative sourcing initiatives to increase applicant flow in competitive markets.
- Maintain accurate candidate records within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and ensure recruiting data remains current.
- Provide after-hours and weekend support by monitoring emails and responding to calls from the Coordination team to assist with urgent staffing needs and scheduling emergencies, as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 3–5 years of home care recruiting experience.
- Previous management or supervisory experience preferred.
- Experience recruiting HHAs, CNAs, LPNs, RNs, and private duty caregivers required.
- Knowledge of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut home care regulations is a plus.
- Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), including JazzHR or similar platforms.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.
- Excellent communication, organizational, leadership, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- 401(k) with company match (where applicable)
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Employee referral bonus program
This position plays a critical role in ensuring that Affirmed Home Care maintains a strong, qualified caregiver workforce capable of delivering exceptional private-pay home care services while supporting the company's continued growth and commitment to outstanding client care.
Affirmed Home Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Join a Team That Makes a Difference
Affirmed Home Care is a premier concierge home care provider dedicated to delivering exceptional one-on-one care throughout New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. As we continue to expand, we are seeking an experienced and results-driven Recruitment Manager to join our Recruitment team and assist the Director of Recruitment in driving the growth of our exceptional caregiver workforce.
If you're a passionate recruitment leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building high-performing teams, and is committed to attracting top healthcare talent, we invite you to join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our clients and caregivers every day.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $75,000–$85,000 per year
Location: New York (Travel to office locations in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut as needed)
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in developing and implementing recruitment strategies to attract high-quality HHAs, CNAs, LPNs, RNs, and Live-In Caregivers.
- Monitor recruiter performance through key performance indicators (KPIs), including outbound calls, interviews, hires, and retention.
- Partner with the Director of Recruitment to develop recruiting plans based on staffing needs across multiple states.
- Recruit and source highly qualified caregivers for hard-to-staff cases and VIP clients throughout New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut using targeted recruitment strategies to ensure timely placement and exceptional continuity of care.
- Assist the Director of Recruitment with sourcing, interviewing, and hiring field staff for all service areas as needed.
- Oversee job postings across recruitment platforms, including Indeed, LinkedIn, JazzHR, MyCNAJobs, ZipRecruiter, and other sourcing channels.
- Build and maintain strong caregiver pipelines through networking, employee referrals, community outreach, schools, and job fairs.
- Analyze recruitment metrics and prepare weekly and monthly recruiting reports for the Director of Recruitment and senior leadership.
- Partner with Operations, Coordination, Client Services, Human Resources, and Compliance to ensure caregivers are hired and onboarded efficiently.
- Ensure candidates meet all licensing, credentialing, and compliance requirements prior to orientation.
- Develop creative sourcing initiatives to increase applicant flow in competitive markets.
- Maintain accurate candidate records within the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and ensure recruiting data remains current.
- Provide after-hours and weekend support by monitoring emails and responding to calls from the Coordination team to assist with urgent staffing needs and scheduling emergencies, as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum of 3–5 years of home care recruiting experience.
- Previous management or supervisory experience preferred.
- Experience recruiting HHAs, CNAs, LPNs, RNs, and private duty caregivers required.
- Knowledge of New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut home care regulations is a plus.
- Experience using Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), including JazzHR or similar platforms.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace.
- Excellent communication, organizational, leadership, and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- 401(k) with company match (where applicable)
- Professional development and growth opportunities
- Employee referral bonus program
This position plays a critical role in ensuring that Affirmed Home Care maintains a strong, qualified caregiver workforce capable of delivering exceptional private-pay home care services while supporting the company's continued growth and commitment to outstanding client care.
Affirmed Home Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship as a Corporate Recruiter
Target companies with dedicated HR or talent acquisition teams
Large enterprises and high-growth tech companies run structured recruiting functions that regularly sponsor visas. A standalone recruiter at a 10-person startup rarely has the legal infrastructure or budget to file an H-1B visa petition on your behalf.
Frame your degree as the foundation of the role
OPT requires your job to relate to your field of study. A human resources, psychology, or business degree maps directly to corporate recruiting. Be ready to explain that connection clearly to employers and document it in your offer letter.
Apply before your OPT start date, not after
Corporate recruiting roles often have 4-to-8-week hiring timelines including interviews and background checks. Starting your job search 3 months before graduation gives you enough runway to land an offer before your authorization window opens.
Prioritize roles with a formal H-1B sponsorship track record
Some employers sponsor in principle but rarely follow through for non-engineering roles. Search Department of Labor disclosure data to verify that a company has filed H-1B petitions for HR and recruiting job titles specifically, not just technical roles.
Use your OPT period to build measurable recruiting results
H-1B petitions require evidence of a specialty occupation. Metrics like time-to-fill, offer acceptance rates, and hires per quarter give your employer concrete material to support your petition and demonstrate the specialized nature of your work.
Ask about sponsorship directly during the offer stage
Many employers assume OPT students will self-resolve their visa situation. Raising the H-1B sponsorship question at the offer stage, not after you start, ensures both sides understand the commitment before you accept and prevents surprises at the 12-month mark.
Corporate Recruiter OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Corporate Recruiter role qualify for OPT work authorization?
Yes, provided your degree is in a related field such as human resources, business administration, or psychology. OPT requires your employment to be directly related to your major. Corporate recruiting involves talent strategy, behavioral assessment, and workforce planning, which align closely with HR and business degrees. Document that connection in writing with your employer before you start.
Where can I find Corporate Recruiter jobs that are open to OPT students?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and filters jobs by visa sponsorship and work authorization type. Most general job boards don't filter by OPT eligibility, which means you spend time applying to roles that won't move forward once the employer learns you need work authorization. Migrate Mate removes that friction.
Can I work as a corporate recruiter on STEM OPT extension?
Only if your degree qualifies as a STEM field, which most HR and business degrees do not. STEM OPT is limited to degrees on the Department of Homeland Security's STEM Designated Degree Program List. A bachelor's in computer science with a recruiting role may not satisfy the STEM OPT relationship requirement. Confirm with your DSO before assuming the 24-month extension applies.
How early should I start applying for Corporate Recruiter roles before my OPT begins?
Start at least 3 months before your expected OPT start date. Corporate recruiting roles typically involve multiple interview rounds, a hiring manager screen, HR panel, and sometimes a case study or sourcing exercise. Factor in background check timelines and offer negotiation. You can apply before your EAD card arrives, but you cannot begin working until the card is in hand and your OPT start date has passed.
Will employers sponsor an H-1B for a Corporate Recruiter role?
Some do, but it's less automatic than for engineering or software roles. Recruiting is a recognized specialty occupation when tied to a specific degree, and companies in financial services, consulting, and technology have sponsored H-1B petitions for talent acquisition roles. The strongest candidates demonstrate measurable impact during their OPT period, making the business case for sponsorship straightforward when the H-1B lottery window opens in March.