The United States is dealing with the spread of the Coronavirus and it’s affecting all aspects of life. Some industries are laying off workers as their operations slow down or close, while other industries, like healthcare, are ramping up.

If your organization is in a segment that is keeping business as almost-usual, you might be trying to move forward with hiring plans to fill open positions. But how?

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We know our employees do it. But, do we as their employer have a right to regulate it?

We are, of course, talking about social media.

HR asks this question all the time regarding social media, and the answer can be difficult to pinpoint. Every organization must decide the protocols they want to put, if any, in place, and how to write the policy so it’s fair to the employee and protective of the workplace.

Does a company have a right to require or prohibit their employees from certain social media posts? And what are the consequences of breaking such a policy? Read on to have all your questions answered.

Topics: social media screening, Background screening, HR Professionals, Litigation avoidance, Employer hot topics, social security trace, background screening practices

Employers may spend weeks, or even months, recruiting, scouring resumes, and interviewing. Hiring managers might believe they found the perfect candidate, only to find unacceptable information during the background screening process.

Topics: adverse action procedures, background checks, background screening practices, Employer use of criminal records, background check services

Needle in a haystack?

Hiring quality employees can be challenging to any organization. However, high-performing A-players are essential components in building a well-oiled, successful company that can serve clients and maintain a competitive edge. Unfortunately, even candidates who look promising on paper and ace the interview might still be the wrong choice.

Topics: background screen, background check, background screening practices, Employer use of criminal records, background check services, hiring process, employment laws, PBSA

Traditional hiring processes have gone the way of the landline in many ways, and one of them is geographical. Where are the best employees for your open positions? Chances are good they don’t live in your zip code.

Topics: background screening practices, international background screening, background check services, hiring process, company culture

Illinois created a bill last year that addressed discrimination and harassment in the workplace. SB-75, or the "Workplace Transparency Act" passed during the General Assembly on June 2, 2019. 

Topics: employer compliance, employment laws, Illinois workplace transparency act

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the unemployment rate for December 2019 was 3.5%. This is an historically low percentage of Americans without jobs. The good news is the economy is booming, people are working, and there’s money being spent to stimulate large industries like retail, auto, and real estate.

Topics: criminal records search, background screening practices, hiring process, company culture, applicants with criminal records

Topics: Ban the Box, Employer use of criminal records, employment laws, Maryland

Pivotal, crucial decisions are made every day by HR. Human Resources Professionals shoulder big responsibility, especially if they work in the healthcare industry. In addition to the normal burdens of recruiting, hiring, and maintaining a competent, productive workforce, Healthcare HR must deal with a plethora of laws and regulations. Failing to understand them properly can cost the organization big.

Topics: background screening company, HR Professionals, Healthcare HR, Healthcare hiring, Vendor Management, healthcare employee monitoring, license monitoring for healthcare

Trick or Treat!

Topics: Good hiring practices, background checks, background screening practices, hiring process