Discrimination, Harassment, Hostile Workplace – What are the differences exactly?
Many people tend to get confused when referring to these hot topics, as it relates to the workplace. When there’s trouble, Owners & Managers need to learn how to act, AND quickly. How do you know what to say and what not to say? Do you fire people right away or do you send people home and conduct an investigation? How do you if you aren’t training in these proceedings or familiar with the laws?
We’re here to help you get some answers and understand a couple simple steps to get started in the right direction, until you can get HR involved. Or sometimes, your attorney.
You will be working with Kim Keene, who is an extremely accomplished Human Resources professional, with over 25 years in the industry. Kim’s experience covers everything from employee relations, training, recruiting, retention, onboarding, EEO compliance and defense, employment law defense and everything in between. Plus, HRIS and information system management, applicant tracking system (ATS) administration and personnel file maintenance and compliance. Kim’s experience ranges across multiple industries- hospitality, retail, medical, mental health and nonprofit. Knowledgeable of employment law in many states including Montana, Wyoming, Idaho, Washington, California, Colorado, Texas, Arizona, Ohio and Virginia.
Kim is incredibly passionate about Human Resources, providing assistance where and when it’s needed. She has a wealth of knowledge in HR and will gladly take the time to listen and communicate on a personal basis with her kind and professional demeanor.