Seven engagement models and a full recruiting operation behind them — matched to your timeline, budget and risk tolerance.
Engagement Models
Pick the model that fits the moment
Not sure which applies? Tell us the problem and we will recommend an approach.
Temporary Staffing
Short-term coverage for absences, spikes and projects.
Contract Staffing
Defined-length assignments for known scopes and budgets.
Temp-to-Hire
A working interview before a permanent commitment.
Direct Hire
Permanent placement with recruiting done for you.
Per Diem Staffing
Day-by-day flexibility for fluctuating demand.
Travel Staffing
Multi-week contracts for professionals who relocate.
Temporary Staffing
Coverage for the gaps you can't plan around
Call-outs, medical leaves, census surges, seasonal demand and short projects. We keep a bench of screened, available professionals so you get help in hours, not weeks.
Same-day and next-day fills for many roles
We carry payroll, taxes, workers' comp and liability
Scale up or down with a phone call
Contract Staffing
A defined team for a defined scope
Ideal for leave coverage, backlog reduction, system implementations, plant ramp-ups and new service lines. You get committed professionals for a set assignment length with predictable cost.
Assignment lengths from a few weeks to a year or more
Rate locked for the contract term
Extension and conversion options built in
Temp-to-Hire
Try before you commit — on both sides
The professional works on our payroll for an agreed evaluation period. If it’s a fit, you convert them to your team with no surprise. Lower hiring risk, higher retention.
Typical evaluation windows of 60–90 days
Transparent conversion terms agreed up front
Replacement support if the match isn't right
Direct Hire
Permanent placement, recruiting handled
We run the search — sourcing, screening, interview coordination and offer support — and deliver a shortlist of qualified candidates for your permanent openings. You pay only on a successful hire.
Active sourcing beyond job boards
Structured screening and reference checks
Guarantee period on every placement
Per Diem Staffing
Day-by-day flexibility
Book professionals shift by shift to match a moving census or production schedule. Great for float pools, weekend coverage and holiday periods.
Open shift requests filled from a local pool
No minimum commitment
Consistent faces when you want continuity
Workforce Support
Programs, not just placements
For high-volume or multi-site needs we provide managed staffing programs — dedicated coordinators, standardized onboarding, VMS/MSP coordination and on-site support to keep large contingent workforces running smoothly.
Dedicated program coordinator and reporting
Standardized onboarding across sites
VMS / MSP coordination and on-site support
Behind Every Placement
The recruiting operation you get with Zen
Every engagement model is backed by the same disciplined process.
Candidate Sourcing
Active outreach, referrals and a maintained talent network — not just inbound applications.
Recruiting
Industry-specialized recruiters who understand the roles and the settings.
Screening
Skills assessment, work history validation and behavioral screening.
Interview Coordination
Scheduling, prep and feedback loops handled for your hiring managers.
Credential Verification
Licenses, certifications and competencies confirmed and tracked for expiration.
Onboarding Coordination
Paperwork, orientation scheduling and site-specific requirements managed.
Assignment Support
A named contact for issues, timekeeping questions and change requests.
Ongoing Communication
Scheduled check-ins with your team and the professional throughout.
Get Started
Tell us the problem — we'll recommend the model
Share your situation and a recruiter will map it to the right engagement and timeline.