Human Resources

This page is devoted to helping human resources professionals maintain the operations of their organization. We’ve compiled resources and tools to aid you in all aspects of HR—whether it be modifying your employee handbook or teaching you how to comply with the latest laws.

If you have any resources that you’d like to share with the nonprofit community, please email a brief description, and link or PDF to Melissa Harris.

 

Newsletters & Discussion Groups

Corporate Alternatives Inc.

HR-Guide.com

Hrone

HR Today

HR World

HR Zone

Risk Management Resource Center

Workplace-Violence.com
 

Reference Materials / Information

Bureau of Labor Statistics

U.S. Department of Labor

Connecticut Department of Labor

National Center for Charitable Statistics

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

National Labor Relations Board

American Disabilities Act

OSHA

Social Security Administration

HIPAA Resources

HIPAA Net

Understanding HIPAA

Nonprofit Good Practice Guide

Nonprofit Risk Management Center

Local Resources

Human Resources Consulting Group

Housing Authority Insurance Group

Resource from United Way of CT: 2-1-1 provides free and confidential information and referral. Dial 2-1-1 for help with food, housing, employment, health care, counseling and more or visit their website.

Helpful Tools

2009 Employee Handbook: This handbook is intended to assist human resources professionals in choosing and implementing appropriate policies and guidelines in line with the ever-changing legal landscape. Written by attorneys from Shipman & Goodwin, LLP, this template covers the full range of issues needed to appropriately orient all new and existing employees on your policies and procedures.

Succession Planning for Nonprofits of All Sizes: This is a reprint of the popular Blue Avocado article containing concise overview of the state-of-the-art in succession thinking and planning.

Benchmark against Leading Practice: Human Resources Checklist: The Human Resources Best Practices Checklist is a self-assessment instrument that helps nonprofit organizations identify capacity strengths and challenges and establish capacity building goals in the area of human resources. Results from the checklist can be used to guide the development of an annual work plan and contribute to the establishment of long-term vision.

 Document Retention and Destruction Policy (Sample)

Sample document retention and destruction policy for adoption by your board of directors. All corporations are required to have a practice. Adopting a policy ensures that you are in compliance with Sarbannes-Oxley Act.

 Employee Development

Employee Performance Evaluation Process for Jewish Family Service

 

Upcoming Trainings in Human Resources

 September 10 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. | CT Nonprofits, Hartford

Designed to meet the requirements of P.A. 91-85, this is an interactive, dynamic workshop where participants develop skills to respond appropriately when faced with a sexual harassment complaint.
Member: $50; Nonmember: $60 | Code: SHP6
Trainer: Catherine Blinder
 
 HEALTH INSURANCE: CHANGING PLANS AND THE FUTURE OF HEALTH CARE
Two days to choose from:
Tuesday, September 14
CT Nonprofits, Hartford
Session 1: 9 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
Members: Free, Nonmembers: $10 | Code: HH1
Session 2: 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
FREE | Code: HH2
Marlin Center, New Haven
Session 1: 9 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.
Members: Free, Nonmembers: $10 | Code: NH1
Session 2: 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
FREE | Code: NH2
 
SESSION I:
How to get more out of your Health Insurance Plan
For organizations with 3-100 insurable employees
Not only are health Insurance plans changing rapidly, they're also becoming more innovative and value-driven. Learn more about the range of health plan options available — from “traditional” co-play plans, to fully under-written self-insured plans.
SESSION II:
Health Care Power at Your Fingertips!
For organizations of all sizes, free to the community
Learn more about the future of health benefits and how new consumer-centric tools and advocacy resources can help nonprofits take advantage of the latest technologies and health benefit solutions.
 
 October 12 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. | CT Nonprofits, Hartford
This program deals with the importance of thoughtful and constructive evaluations, how to prepare for and conduct them, and the concerns of managers and direct reports.
Members: $50; Nonmembers: $70. Register each additional guest for $30 | Code: EPE
Trainer: Wilfred Brewer, Performance-Solutions-Group, Inc.
*This program has been approved for 2.75 General HRCI Credits
 
 November 5 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. | CT Nonprofits, Hartford
Designed to meet the requirements of P.A. 91-85, this is an interactive, dynamic workshop where participants develop skills to respond appropriately when faced with a sexual harassment complaint. 
Member: $50; Nonmember: $60 | Code: SHP7
Trainer: Catherine Blinder
 

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