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Dr.
Laina Molaski / C&S Consulting Services
Dr. Laina Molaski - founder of C&S
Consulting Services - is one of Central Indiana's
leading human resources experts. She is a specialist in
maximizing workforce productivity and morale through policy
& procedure documentation. Dr. Molaski has over 15
years of management experience and has managed every aspect
of the HR field --- at times supporting as many as 300
employees in areas such as staffing and recruitment, talent
management, employee relations, training program design,
and compensation structure planning. Dr. Molaski has a
Bachelor's in Business Administration from Rochester College,
an M.B.A. from Indiana Wesleyan University, and a Ph.D.
in Business Administration with a concentration in Human
Resources and Management from Northcentral University.
In addition to working in the field, she is an adjunct
professor at Indiana Wesleyan University and Capella University
in the area of business.
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Services and
Products
Job Descriptions
A written statement listing the elements
of a job or position within the business regarding the general
nature of the work to be performed, specific responsibilities
and duties, and the employee characteristics required to perform
the job.
Utilizing well written, comprehensive
job descriptions allows employers to hire and manage employees
effectively. Additionally, they enable other employees to be aware
of the organizational structure within the company.
Policy Manual
A written or electronic document that reflects the employer’s
standards and objectives relating to various employee activities
and employment-related matters, specific to company’s industry.
Implementation of a policy manual
establishes clear expectations for employee procedures and creates
an avenue for employee accountability.
Employee Manual
A written or electronic document containing
summaries of the employer’s policies and benefits designed
to familiarize employees with various matters affecting the employment
relationship.
Use of a Federally and State compliant
employee manual, guarantees employees are aware of the laws that
protect both employers and employees.
Training Needs Analysis
A method used to determine what people
need to learn and which training programs may be beneficial. A
need analysis would include a consultant spending time looking
at the infrastructure of the company, its employees and the overarching
scope of business.
The result of the analysis is a Training
Needs Report identifying training needs and the interventions
needed to reduce key performance gaps.
Training Manual
A written or electronic document dealing
primarily with the transferring or obtaining knowledge, attitudes
and skills needed to carry out a specific activity or task necessary
for the functions of the company.
The initial setup of this document
would include training hours to ensure in-house trainers are prepared
to launch the program.
Interview Training
Used during the selection process, an interview is a face-to-face
meeting with an individual or group, which involves asking questions
to elicit information from the applicant to determine whether
or not an applicant is suitable for a position of employment.
The training component would focus
on the specific questions that are allowed to be asked in an interview,
as well as the general flow of a good interview. This training
could include time with a consultant in a real-time interview
offering feedback at its conclusion.
Evaluation of Interview Processes and Guidelines
The process for interviewing and selecting
candidates varies by industry. This evaluation would sift through
the current practices and evaluate compliance and effectiveness.
New Hire Orientation Manual
A written or electronic document that
integrates the necessary topics and materials necessary to fully
vest an employee in his/her introductory period. Inclusion of
Employee Manual coverage, benefits enrollment, Policy Manual discussion,
position specific training, and explanation of company’s
mission and values create a well rounded and knowledgeable employee.
Conducting a well-planned orientation
program for new staff pays many dividends for both the company
and the new hires. Yet it is surprising how often orientation
is conducted in an unsystematic fashion. An effective orientation
program supports your recruitment efforts reduces staff turnover,
increases productivity and boosts moral. This will initiate a
positive working relationship with your employees and improve
your bottom line.
Development of Company's Mission, Values, Beliefs, and/or Goals
A mission statement explains the purpose
and function of the company, today. Values and Belief Statements
explain the principles and ethical guidelines that steer planning
and operations. Goal Statements express a desire or, more specifically,
the plan to move the company in a progressive direction.
Creation of these statements offer direction and understanding
to employees as to the holistic function of the company’s
operations.
Performance Appraisal Documents and Training
The process of maintaining or improving
employee job performance through the use of performance assessment
tools, coaching and counseling as well as providing continuous
feedback.
This training and consultation includes
evaluation of current systems and development of additional strategies
to yield company’s desired performance outcome. This training
can be combined with “Effective Feedback” for a thorough
management/supervisory development program.
How to Provide Effective Feedback
A training method in which a more
experienced or skilled individual provides an employee with advice
and guidance intended to help him or her develop skills, improve
performance and enhance the quality of his or her career. When
used in conjunction with periodic reviews and formal performance
evaluations, effective feedback can produce a more efficient workforce
and allow companies to determine which employees are not producing
at desired levels.
This training includes initial meeting with management/supervisors
and follow up with real-time situations with employees allowing
individuals to not only learn, but hone the skills of coaching
and offering effective feedback.
Wage and Hour Compliance
Procedures used for planning and administering
organization-wide compensation programs for all levels of employees.
Meeting federal/state time and attendance requirements.
Wage and Salary Survey
A benchmark report consisting of market pay data for a variety
of jobs conducted either on a local or nationwide basis. Used
to evaluate an organization’s own current pay structures
and as a future compensation planning tool.
Employee File Set-up / Compliance
Ensuring employee files are set up in a compliant and effective
manner.
These services empower office staff/management
to continue best practices after initial consultation.
HR Department
Access to high level HR professionals, this Hotline
Service allows the company opportunity for e-mail or telephone
inquiries regarding operational HR concerns.
Tele-seminars/webinars
Trainings held via teleconference or webinar that vary from 1
hour to 2 hours in length training on HR topics. Contact us for
a list of topics and times.
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