Abstract
Supporting employees who are parents is essential. Harvard data shows 73% of employees have caregiving responsibilities, highlighting the need for proactive strategies. First, communicate with employees to understand their needs for flexibility. Consider offering flexible schedules, part-time roles, and on-call staff to manage absences. Partnering with local childcare providers for sick coverage and allowing children at work occasionally can also help. Clear communication and defined parameters for flexibility are crucial. Implementing these strategies can build a supportive culture, enhancing employee retention and commitment.
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Schafer, Jodi SPHR, SHRM-SCP
(2024)
"Staff Matters: Supporting Working Parents as a Recruitment and Retention Strategy,"
The Journal of the Michigan Dental Association: Vol. 106:
No.
7, Article 8.
Available at:
https://commons.ada.org/journalmichigandentalassociation/vol106/iss7/8
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