As businesses begin to slowly reopen, some employees may not be ready to return to work for a variety of reasons including the $600 a week federal supplement that many laid off and furloughed workers are now receiving. Lack of childcare and fears of being exposed to the virus are also top of the list.

No business wants disgruntled employees coming to work.

Hiring and training new employees can be time consuming and expensive. So, what’s an employer to do?

1. Offer returning employees a ‘return to work’ bonus. No one wants to willingly give up extra income, so a one-time payment may help employees feel better about losing the supplemental unemployment benefit and encourage them to come back to work.
2. Allow creative scheduling, remote work and flexibility when possible. Since many essential businesses including day cares are not yet open, giving employees the option to work remotely or alternate days in the office can help ensure a smooth transition.
3. Finally, try to assure employees that your business will continue to put safety first. Communicate health and safety protocols and support social distancing when possible. This helps employees feel confident about their transition back to work. 

Hot Jobs, Inc. recruiters work closely with both clientele and candidates to create a successful placement by identifying, screening, as well as helping with retention according to the clientele’s personnel needs. We service the Roaring Fork Valley and surrounding areas including Glenwood Springs, Basalt, Aspen, New Castle, and Rifle, with our corporate headquarters located in Carbondale, Colorado.