Job Search Cafe Ezine Feb23 2010
Job Search Cafe Ezine Feb23 2010
With all the talk about healthcare reform in the news these days, I took this issue to highlight some employers
who offer benefits for part time employees.
I hope you enjoy this issue of the JobSearchCafe's Ezine!
Sincerely,
Marcy Travis, Job Search Cafe.com Owner
Job Search Cafe Ezine Feb23 2010 Edition
"Benefits for Part Timers"
Job Search Cafe Ezine Feb23 2010
"Wise men and women are always learning, always listening for fresh insights." .
- Proverbs 18:15 (The Message)
Considering a New Career Field?
Check out this "In Demand" Job
Every week I feature information on a different In Demand Job, which are those occupations that are
projected to have long-term growth, are economically important, or are being transformed by technology and
innovation. Most jobs featured here have a projected growth that is average or faster than the average job,
which means that there should good demand for workers in that occupation.
Baristas
Baristas prepare or serve specialty coffee or other beverages. They also serve food such as baked goods or
sandwiches to patrons.
Average employment growth is expected, and job opportunities should be excellent for food and beverage
serving and related workers as turnover is generally very high among these workers, but job competition
is often keen for jobs at upscale restaurants.
The median wage for a Barista in 2008 was $8.42 an hour. The projected growth for this occupation is
average (7 - 13 %).
*Information from The Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2010-11 Edition
"The question is not what you look at, but what you see."
- Henry David Thoreau
Benefits for Part time Employees
If you have been out of work for sometime, or are looking for a career change, you might have a concern
about how to handle your need for medical benefits. One idea is to find a part time position with a company
that offers medical benefits while you continue to pursue full time employment.
I've listed a few companies that offer benefits for part time employees here to get you started, with a link
to their website.
Starbucks
Starbucks' has locations in the USA and internationally. It is one of my favorite places to stop and treat
myself to a great cup of coffee or tea.
Starbucks has a Total Pay package that is referred to as ?Your Special Blend? because it is unique to each
partner. Partners who work full time or part time (generally 20 hours or more per week) may participate in a
variety of programs, and make choices based on individual needs and interests.
Benefits in a partner?s total pay package may include:
- Progressive Compensation Package
- Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Prescription Drugs, Dental and Vision)
- Retirement Savings Plan
- Stock Options and Discounted Stock Purchase Plan
- Income Protection Plan (Life and Disability Coverage)
- Management Bonus Plan
- Adoption Assistance Plan
- Domestic partner benefits
- Referral programs & support resources for child and eldercare
- Discounted Starbucks merchandise
And of course, all partners get a pound of coffee each week. (YUM!)
UPS
UPS is one of only a few companies offering its part-time employees full benefits, from medical/dental coverage
to tuition assistance.
Ranked Highly in Money Magazine
For two consecutive years, UPS has been ranked highly in MONEY magazine's annual survey of America's best
benefits packages.
Some of the benefits you can enjoy as an employee:
Tuition Reimbursement, Comprehensive Medical-Dental-Vision Plan, Life Insurance for you and your eligible
dependents, Retirement Plan, 401(k) Plan, Direct Deposit, Paid Vacation and Holidays, Discounted Stock Purchase
Plan, Flexible Spending Accounts, Personal Lines of Insurance, Long-Term Care Insurance, Cancer Insurance,
Income Protection Plan, Adoption Assistance.
Earn and Learn
How can you earn up to $15,000 toward your college education? Simply by working part-time at UPS. Available in
51 UPS locations across the country, the UPS Earn and Learn program offers $3,000 per calendar year with a
lifetime maximum of $15,000 in assistance. For part-time management employees, the benefits are increased to
$4,000 per calendar year with a lifetime maximum of $20,000.
Home Depot
Benefit plans are available to part-time hourly, full-time hourly and salaried associates. Eligible dependents,
including same-sex domestic partners, may also be covered under most plans.
Core Benefits -Part-Time Associates
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Short-Term Disability Insurance
- Life Insurance
Plus:
Vacation, Holidays, Personal/Sick Days, Leave of Absence (including Military Leave), Jury Duty, Bereavement
Days
For more information on the benefits and opportunities these companies offer, visit their website and click
on the career section.
I hope you enjoyed Job Search Cafe Ezine Feb23 2010. Happy Job Seeking!
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