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The Stepping Stones Group eliminated the need to hire
additional personnel because of SmartSearch’s efficiency.

About The Stepping Stones Group

The Stepping Stones Group is a premier provider of K-12 staffing solutions, specializing in connecting schools with highly skilled professionals who address the unique needs of students. Focused on therapeutic and behavioral health services, they provide essential support for children with special needs and autism. With a strong commitment to improving the lives of students, The Stepping Stones Group works to ensure that educational institutions have access to the specialized talent required to foster success.

Client Challenge

As a diverse organization composed of multiple healthcare brands, The Stepping Stones Group was faced with the challenge of selecting a single applicant tracking system (ATS) to serve as their primary sourcing and recruiting software. After careful consideration, they chose SmartSearch as their preferred solution.

Their decision was driven by a variety of key factors. The pricing structure offered by SmartSearch was highly competitive, aligning well with their budgetary needs. Additionally, the flexibility and robust features of the platform stood out, providing the tools necessary to support their complex staffing processes. SmartSearch’s configurability and customization capabilities were crucial, as they allowed seamless integration with other software platforms critical to The Stepping Stones Group’s operations.

The exceptional customer service and technical support provided by SmartSearch were integral to their decision-making process, ensuring they would receive the ongoing assistance needed to optimize their recruitment efforts. These combined strengths made SmartSearch the clear choice for The Stepping Stones Group, enabling them to streamline their recruiting process and effectively meet the demands of their business.

Results

The 160 end-users at The Stepping Stones Group have found several standout features of SmartSearch to be particularly valuable in streamlining their recruitment process. The two-way texting functionality has made communication with candidates more efficient, while the reduction in clicks required to move candidates through the hiring process has significantly saved time. The auto-match function, which automatically aligns candidates with job openings, and the whiteboards in the Work-in-Progress feature have further enhanced their workflow. Additionally, the ease of emailing and texting directly from the software has simplified daily tasks, improving overall productivity.

Leadership at The Stepping Stones Group also reports that the efficiency gains from using SmartSearch have had a profound impact on their staffing needs. The software’s capabilities have reduced the need for additional personnel, as SmartSearch effectively handles many of the tasks that would typically require extra staff. This has allowed the organization to maintain a lean operation while increasing their recruiting capacity and overall effectiveness.

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