BLOGTammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP December 12 2022Nonprofit organizations need all the help they can get; it’s rare to hear about a nonprofit or charity that struggles from having too many volunteers. However, nonprofits must ensure the safety of their staff, other...
Knowing how to get a background check for employment streamlines your hiring process and ensures future hires who best suit your company.
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP September 13 2021For many job applicants nationwide, a single question on an application stands in the way of gainful employment. This question is often posed in the form of a check box and is meant to indicate whether or not the...
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP May 18 20202020 is a new year and the beginning of a brand-new decade. Now is a great time to stop and evaluate various aspects of your small business, including your employment screening program. Background screening is essential in...
BLOGTammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP April 15 2020In the wake of the recent recession, many companies are dropping traditional recruitment practices in favor of the convenience of contracting with staffing agencies. A staffing agency may be able to connect job seekers...
BLOG Tammy Cohen, PHR, SHRM-CP April 29 2016 Most of us don’t want to see another person urinate in public, but did you know that such an offense is considered a sex offender crime? Before 1994, very few US states had laws requiring sex offenders register with...