FMLA may be expanding

Not sure how many of our employers will be affected by this change, if it goes into effect pending Bush's approval, but worth noting that the Senate voted to expand the FMLA. The change would affect those whose spouse, child or parent is called for active duty in the military. You can read more here on the SHRM website.

Tips, Resources for Dealing with Addiction in Workplace

About a week ago Bill posted an article stating that food service workers were a part of the group that had the highest rate of drug abuse across industries. We know that many of the employers who advertise job opportunities on CoolWorks.com have many food service positions and we hope that this is not a large problem for you. However, if you have experienced addiction within your workforce, please check out this article from SHRM by Kathy Gurchiek about The Hazelton Foundation tips on dealing with addiction in the workplace. http://www.shrm.org/hrnews_published/articles/CMS_022376.asp#P-8_0

Gen Y Worker Lures - Let Them Volunteer!

This is quite an interesting article on the Society for Human Resource Management website regarding the desire of young people to volunteer and the benefits to employers who let them.

Enjoy and have a nice weekend!

http://www.shrm.org/hrnews_published/articles/CMS_021362.asp