Are you familiar with “returnships?” The idea is that candidates returning to work after an extended leave from the workforce will have a smoother transition back into the workforce. For example, someone returning to work after raising a family or post-retirement can benefit from a transition period. Here are more details on what returnships are and the benefits for your company.
Bridging the Talent Gap
In the wake of The Great Resignation, businesses have access to more talent in the market than ever before. By opening up your company to consider people returning to the workplace, you can bridge the current talent gap and find individuals with the right qualifications and potential to succeed in your place of business.
Improving Diversity
One fringe benefit of offering returnships in your business is the ability to improve diversity. Many people who leave the workplace don’t return, depriving the business community of their diverse backgrounds, mindsets, and skills. By bringing individuals who left the workforce for caretaking or other reasons, you also include their life experience in your roster.
An Untapped Talent Pool
We are also leaving entire communities of talent completely untapped. For instance, mothers who leave the workplace to raise children are among the individuals who don’t often return to work. But they had demonstrated skills and aptitude before raising their family and can bring those skills and knowledge back to the workplace. It is an untapped talent pool.
Increased Employee Loyalty
When your team sees that you are willing to take a chance on individuals who may not check all of the boxes, they are more likely to remain enthusiastic about the company. Why? Because they will see themselves reflected in the new employees who are now returning. They know that it will be possible if their circumstances change and they need to leave the workforce.
A Test Period
Of course, a returnship is based on the internship model. It’s a way for you and the talent to see how you work together. It gives them insight into your organization to see if it’s an environment suitable for them. You will get to know their skills and experience and how they work with your established team. Much like temporary employees, a returnship gives you a trial period so you both can make the right decision. You can work with a staffing provider to help bring someone on board for a trial period.
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