Human Resources

Forework’s Human Resources service assists businesses with an array of matters, including but not limited to:

Employee Recruitment

Whether it’s ziprecruiter.com or one of the other large national recruiter websites, Forework can integrate with the job posting websites, assist employers with job descriptions, and its job applicant-tracking module can take in applications for jobs posted by the employer.  If the candidate is ultimately hired, any information provided to date will automatically transfer over into the employee’s “virtual personnel file” in Forework so that HR directors never have to re-enter the same data twice. 

Onboarding and Compliance

Forework’s onboarding module allows employers to have a completely virtual employee onboarding experience. Required government forms and employer policies are downloaded onto the employers’ account with Forework, and new hires simply log on to complete all the forms.  Training videos and program can also be included in this process.  All forms and policies are attorney-designed and reviewed.

Employee Performance Reviews

Utilize Forework to conduct employee reviews, and even provide opportunities for self-assessments.  Reduce exposure to legal action against your business by systematically conducting your employee review process.

Maintenance of Employee Documentation

Countless laws require employers to disclose to employees any and all policies and procedures, and to obtain an employee sign-off where the employee acknowledges having received the policy.  Human Resources Departments no longer have to worry about “chasing” employees for these signatures.  Forework’s system distributes electronically to employees all workplace policies, and collects their signatures and consents to the same.  Then, the information is stored in the employee’s virtual “personnel file.”

Health Insurance and Employee Benefits

Forework’s open API allows for full integration with dozens of health insurance programs so that employees can select their health insurance and other benefits, and view terms and conditions of those benefits, all in the Forework’ benefits portal. 

Employee Self-Service

Forework’s employee-friendly software allows employees to log into their file and update their address, direct deposit information, tax forms, and any other similar demographic information.  This frees up your Human Resources Department to do all the other labor -related tasks that they have on their plate!

Employee Leave of Absence Tracking and Compliance

For employers who need assistance with any issues regarding employee leaves of absence, Forework is the outsourced employee leave supervisor. Forework’s experts help employers identify whether and when to provide family and medical leave or disability-related leaves of absence, and Forework ensures that employers follow all the laws and procedural requirements of providing such leaves to their employees. Forework will track the absence and help guide employers concerning reinstatement of employees on leave.

Family and Medical Leave Act Compliance

Forework can serve as a company’s FMLA manager, by interacting directly with employees who need leave, overseeing the medical certification process for FMLA, filing any necessary paperwork for State paid family leave programs, interacting with employees who are returning to work from FMLA, and tracking the dates of leave. Forework will also ensure that proper written policies are in place and that companies know which employees need what time off and assess eligibility for FMLA.

Workers’ Compensation

Forework’s experts guide employers concerning employee injuries, assist employers in filling out any workers’ compensation-required paperwork, train employees on avoidance of occupational injuries, assist monitor employees’ leave from work and reinstatement, help implement any light-duty arrangements, and counsel employers who may need to terminate employees on workers’ compensation leave.

Unemployment Insurance

Forework works with employers to minimize the frequency of unemployment filings, assists employers with responding to initial unemployment insurance claims, prepares letters to the unemployment insurance board, trains managers and supervisors regarding testimony at unemployment insurance hearings, and counsels employers regarding terminations.

Manager Training

Whether it’s training regarding personal liability for harassment claims, or training regarding general supervision of employees, Forework helps employers train their first-level supervisors who may not have adequate managerial experience supervising employees. Forework’s trainings are designed to not only teach managers to manage people, but also how to manage the employer’s business and avoid employment-related liability.

Wage and Hour Self-Audit

Forework helps employers determine whether they are classifying their 1099 workers properly as independent contractors, and whether their W-2 staff is properly classified as exempt versus non-exempt. These types of studies can assist employers in avoiding significant Department of Labor penalties and expensive litigation.

Employee Sexual Harassment and Discrimination Training

Forework can provide in-person or virtual sexual harassment and anti-discrimination training to employees. Many training programs “check the box” but do not actually move the needle towards a compliant harassment-free work environment. Forework’s programs were designed by legal counsel who defend businesses against harassment and discrimination claims, and provide plenty of real examples during the training, to maximize employee learning.

Pricing

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