Ira Weissman
One of the thorniest issues when hiring household staff is salary and compensation. How is it determined? What is fair market rate? What does Depending On Experience (DOE) really mean?
In general salaries for household staff are determined by two factors – the staff’s current salary and what is “market”.
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While worker’s rights are clear and commonplace in organized industries nationwide, as a domestic recruitment specialist, I often find that the rights of domestic professional are unclear to both employers and employees. Luckily, the New York State Department of Labor provides an in-depth resource on their website outlining the “Domestic Workers’ Bill of Rights which took effect on November 29,
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Technology touches, like it or not, nearly every aspect of our contemporary lives. The same holds true in the personal service profession. It is not the old-fashioned domestic environment portrayed on shows like Downtown Abbey. While the sophistication and elegance has not changed, the household operations and staff expectations certainly have,
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As Experts in Domestic Staffing, We Know the Importance of the “Right” Position:
At Pavillion Agency not only do we place our people in households but we make a concerted effort to help our staff keep their jobs. If a position isn’t quite working out, we can help you establish what the real problem is.
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Communication is the key to getting any job done right, and household tasks are no exception to that rule. Not only is it important for you to be able to communicate directly with your staff, but also for staff members to have a way to effectively communicate with each other.
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A well-run household depends on a well-trained staff. Your domestic staff must understand how to do their jobs, the most efficient ways to accomplish daily tasks, and learn to be proactive in identifying potential issues around the house.
In this article, we will cover the basics of domestic staff training and identify some helpful domestic staffing resources to help your home run smoothly and efficiently.
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Contracts can be a tricky subject when you hire someone new to work in your home. But they are absolutely crucial for establishing responsibilities, payment, and non-financial benefits for what will hopefully be a successful long-term working relationship.
Here are some contract negotiation strategies to keep in mind as you hire new executive household staff for your home.
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Written By Ira Weissman
As the Leader in the Field of Personal Service it is our aim to help everyone who comes to us seeking employment. Unfortunately, the market is such that we cannot always be successful. Our clients, the most prominent in the country,
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Written by Jeffrey Gratton
When facing any interview, perhaps especially as a nanny, the way we feel when we answer nanny interview questions is more important than the answer itself.
Do we sometimes have bad days or pessimistic thoughts? Even our deepest feelings will influence the interview.
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Written by Rosalie Aguilar
Jane Doe is a highly educated candidate with a Master’s Degree and certifications. She is knowledgeable and trained in caring for any type of household and is looking for one of her first positions in a residence.
Mary Smith has long-term experience working in private residential settings,
Pavillion is an equal opportunity employment agency and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, creed, color, national origin, sex, disability status, marital status, or sexual orientation. Pavillion staff may not ask job applicants questions about their age, race, creed, color, national origin, sex, disability status, marital status, or sexual orientation. Complaints of discrimination may be brought to the attention of the New York State Attorney General's Office, Civil Rights Bureau, 120 Broadway, 3rd Floor, New York, New York 10271.
