DIVERSITY IN THE WORKPLACE

DIVERSITY IN THE WORKPLACE

EMPLOYERS MORE THAN ever have started to recognize that diversity in the workplace is a very important business strategy that maximizes productivity, creativity and loyalty of employees while meeting the needs of their clients and customers. By reaching out to a diverse workforce, you as an employer will have access to a larger pool of potential candidates which will maximize your odds of hiring the best person for the job. Employees who match the diversity of their market will increase their hiring options and contribute to productivity and innovation of the organization.

Veterans

Veterans bring skills and experience needed in civilian jobs — and as an employer, you may qualify for a tax credit when you hire a qualified veteran.

Youth

Find information concerning child labor laws concerning minimum wages, hours, and other workplace requirements that apply to youth workers.

Workers with Disabilities

Learn about the benefits to your bottom line or the laws, including the ADA, that apply to hiring workers with disabilities.

Older Workers

Learn more about the benefits older workers bring, and tap into the latest trends in recruiting, training and development, phased retirement, and more.

Foreign Nationals

When hiring an employee who doesn’t have U.S. citizenship, employers must apply for certification directly from the U.S. Department of Labor. The Foreign Labor

Certification Program can help.

Justice-Involved Workers

Learn about programs and incentives that help both ex-offenders and the businesses that hire them

succeed.

Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC)

WOTC is available to employers hiring groups that have consistently faced significant barriers to employment.

Need help with hiring or other workforce issues? Contact your Business Service Representative at 928-329-0990 or visit http://www.careeronestop.org/businesscenter/. Information obtained from http://www.careeronestop.org/businesscenter/