Human Resource Management Plan And Job Aids

Human Resource and Management Plan and Job Aids for New Occupational Therapist

August 5, 2007

Executive Summary
      All businesses must staff their operations. This involves bringing new people into the business and making sure they are productive additions to the organization. Effective human resource management matches and develops the abilities of job candidates and employees with the needs of the firm. A knowledgeable Human Resource Management team will make sure this process is smooth and is a key ingredient for growth. Human resource management is a balancing act. At one end, you hire only qualified people who are well suited to the firm's needs. At the other end, you train and develop employees to meet the firm's needs. Most businesses fall between the two extremes -- i.e., they hire the best people they can find and afford, and they also recognize the need to train and develop both current and new employees as the firm grows.
(Roberts, Seldon & Roberts).
      By mastering this balancing act the Human Resource professionals must adhere to the various steps and functions that they are responsible for. (1) Completing a job analysis for the position of Occupational Therapist, making sure that the job description is accurate, up to date and includes input from present Therapist employed. (2) The Human Resource Department can then begin the selection process reviewing the applicant’s skills, knowledge and other qualifications. (3) Once the individual is hired the employee should receive a detailed orientation that covers all the organizations policies and procedures and the specific nature of their job duties and responsibilities. (4) Finally hiring and keeping good employees is essential for any organization to succeed. Investing in developing employees skills is an essential part of the process. Orienting new employees to the organization and making sure they are capable and understand the technology, reporting procedures, and all future changes...