Recent news stories of the implications of workplace harassment has awakened the nation to a pervasive problem. What we have learned is that harassment comes in many forms. Through real life scenarios, this interactive course will illustrate to all staff members how to recognize inappropriate behavior such as sexual harassment, bullying, and gender discrimination as well as acceptable ways to address and report unwelcomed conduct. This training, combined with your company's policies and commitment to combat all forms of workplace harassment, meets the training requirements for all of New York, including New York City.
Identify workplace behavior that might be considered harassment
Explain the legal and other consequences of harassment
Describe your role and responsibility in creating a work environment free from harassment
Describe sound policies and procedures on harassment
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Kimberly Foster
Kimberly Foster is the President and a principle consultant at Foster Assets, LLC. She has over 20 years of experience specializing in mid-size organizations to Fortune 50 companies providing guidance and leadership to senior managers in startup, growth and stable organizations. Her broad experience includes employment law, corporate risk management, employee relations, performance management, training and leadership development. She has experience in various industries including professional services, technology, insurance and financial services.
In her previous roles, she has developed, participated and implemented various client projects including HR compliance audits, policy development, internal investigations, employment law guidance and policy design. She has been a liaison to the DOL and EEOC. In addition, she participated in internal firm projects regarding state and federal compliance, and process improvement.Kimberly has also both developed and facilitated risk mitigation training.
Kimberly is currently the VP of Human Resources at VectorSolutions.
Kimberly has a BS in Psychology with honors from the University of Central Florida and a MA in Organizational Management from The University of Phoenix. She is a Certified through the state of NY in workplace investigations and is a certified Human Capital Strategist (HCS). She is a member of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM), and NY Human Resources Association (NY-HRA).
1.5 hrs. Online Course