Lark Tate
Providence,RI
Summary
Dedicated Talent Acquisition Specialist successful at managing full recruitment life cycle. Develops and implements customized strategies to meet specific position requirements and source qualified candidates. Offering several years of recruitment strategy development. Personable Clinical Recruiter with solid background in talent acquisition, employee relations and performance management. Skilled in utilizing data and analytics to push strategic HR initiatives. Strong analytical skills and committed to implementing HR policies and procedures.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Onboarding and Employee Engagement
Altior Healthcare
08.2026 - Current
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance training quality and operational efficiency across healthcare facilities.
- Mentored department heads in performance management, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Analyzed operational data to identify trends, facilitating informed decision-making for resource allocation and budgeting.
- Established partnerships with external stakeholders to enhance service offerings and expand market reach within the healthcare sector.
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Developed and implemented training programs to elevate staff performance and ensure adherence to industry standards.
- Collaborated with executive leadership to align organizational goals with healthcare regulations and best practices.
- Streamlined processes by introducing technology solutions, improving workflow efficiency and reducing operational redundancies.
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Altior Healthcare
09.2025 - Current
- As a lead TA I locate talent, source leads, post for new talent, and do full cycle recruiting. I also lead staffing projects at our largest campus where I see staff in and help train them, as well as pin point areas of growth for the company.
Clinical Recruiter
Newport Healthcare
03.2022 - 09.2025
- Evaluated resumes, interviewed, and presented qualified candidates to hiring managers and solicited feedback to refine recruiting strategy. Collaborated with hiring managers to determine job requirements and understand departmental needs. Conducted telephone and in-person interviews to assess candidate experience and qualifications. Developed and maintained applicant tracking system, tracking all job openings, applicants and interviewing activity.
Residential Manager
Newport Healthcare
07.2021 - 03.2022
- Oversaw daily operations within the facility, ensuring that all tasks were completed accurately and on time. Coordinated staff schedules efficiently, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts while minimizing overtime.
Residential Supervisor
Newport Healthcare
01.2021 - 07.2021
Behavioral Health Specialist
Intermountain Healthcare
07.2019 - 03.2020
School Director
Carden Heights Academy
03.2013 - 06.2015
- Expanded course offerings to meet the diverse needs of students, introducing new electives and advanced placement options. Established partnerships with local businesses and organizations to provide students with internship opportunities and real-world experiences. Managed budget allocations effectively, ensuring optimal utilization of resources for maximum impact on student success. Improved school performance by implementing strategic plans and curriculum development initiatives.
Education
Behavioral Sciences
Grand Canyon University
Skills
- Applicant Tracking Systems
- Data-driven decision-making
- Onboarding Processes
- Candidate Sourcing
- Salary and benefits negotiations
- Social Media Recruiting
- Talent management
- Cold-calling
- Global recruitment
- Employer Branding
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- People management
Timeline
Director of Onboarding and Employee Engagement
Altior Healthcare
08.2026 - Current
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Altior Healthcare
09.2025 - Current
Clinical Recruiter
Newport Healthcare
03.2022 - 09.2025
Residential Manager
Newport Healthcare
07.2021 - 03.2022
Residential Supervisor
Newport Healthcare
01.2021 - 07.2021
Behavioral Health Specialist
Intermountain Healthcare
07.2019 - 03.2020
School Director
Carden Heights Academy
03.2013 - 06.2015
Behavioral Sciences
Grand Canyon University