ResCare Selects Kronos® to Expand Applicant Pool and Assess Candidates
Human services company turns to Kronos for effective hiring and turnover reduction
ORLANDO, Feb. 25, 2008 — As the war for talent rages on and the challenge of finding the best-fit candidate grows, the human services field is uniquely pressed as providers are faced with severe competition and high turnover rates. ResCare, in a search for higher retention rates and cost savings, recently contracted with KronosŪ Incorporated to use its selection and hiring solution to expand its applicant pool, pre-screen applicants for desired behavioral traits, and identify and hire the best-fit employees.
"As an organization that provides services to people with all types of special needs, we have unique hiring requirements. We must carefully select employees and caregivers who are a good fit for our organization and with the right aptitude and attitude to help our clients in their day-to-day lives," said Nina Seigle, chief people officer, ResCare. "We expect Kronos' automated hiring solution will give us the tools to find the right people and make the hiring process much easier and less costly."
Expand the applicant pool, identify, and on-board best-fit employees
The human services field struggles with increased labor costs, labor shortages, and growing client needs. It's essential to find and hire the best employees while balancing labor costs with quality care. The Kronos solution is designed to broaden a company's search and attract a larger number of applicants. When coupled with industry-specific assessments, this combination increases the chances of finding the best talent. Kronos' solution also streamlines the hiring process through pre-populated new- hire forms, electronic signature and payroll integration — simplifying the process and reducing errors for both the new employee and the hiring manager.
Assess applicants' eligibility and reduce turnover
Kronos pre-screening and selection tools were built specifically for the healthcare industry, enabling companies to hire for multiple positions, including certified nursing aides, direct care workers, professional level managers, quality assurance analysts, and registered nurses. Kronos' solution helps an organization select candidates who have already been screened for attitudes, motivation, "trainability", and other necessary attributes to succeed in these demanding roles, coupled with a predisposition to stay with the organization over the long-term.
Improve efficiency in hiring
Through Kronos' automated selection and hiring solution, part of the Kronos for Healthcare suite, candidates can apply online 24/7. Human resources personnel and managers speak only with the most qualified people, enabling them to focus more on serving clients.
"Employees create the culture of an organization," said Steve Earl, director of marketing, talent management division at Kronos. "Finding caregivers that fit best and can deliver the highest quality of care is paramount. Our solution enables organizations to select and hire employees who exhibit the attributes and behaviors that are more likely to lead to success in long-term care. We are excited to work with ResCare to help them achieve their organizational objectives."
Kronos made this announcement from the Healthcare Information and Management Systems Society (HIMSS) Annual Conference & Exhibition being held Feb. 24-Feb, 28, 2008 in Orlando. Kronos is exhibiting in booth #2150.
About ResCare
ResCare, with 30+ years of experience helping people reach their highest level of independence, is one of the largest providers of home care to the elderly and those with disabilities. It also offers residential and support services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and provides education, vocational training and job placement for people of all ages and skill levels. Based in Louisville, Kentucky, ResCare and its 42,000 dedicated employees serve daily more than 65,000 people in 37 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and in a growing number of international locations. For more information about ResCare, please visit the Company's website at www.rescare.com.
About Kronos Incorporated
Kronos Incorporated empowers organizations around the world to effectively manage their workforce. At Kronos, we are experts who are solely focused on delivering software and services that enable organizations to reduce costs, increase productivity, improve employee satisfaction, and ultimately enhance the level of service they provide. Kronos serves customers in more than 60 countries through its network of offices, subsidiaries, and distributors. Widely recognized as a market and thought leader in managing the workforce, Kronos has unrivaled reach with more than 30 million people using a Kronos solution every day. Learn more about Kronos at www.kronos.com.
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