Adecco Handbook Feb09
Adecco Handbook Feb09
Adecco Handbook Feb09
Disclaimer The contents of this handbook are presented as a matter of information only and are not intended to cover all policies, plans and procedures of Adecco. The plans, policies and procedures described are not conditions of employment. Adecco reserves the right to modify, add, revoke, suspend, terminate, or change any or all plans, policies, or procedures of the company, in whole or in part, at any time with or without notice. The language in this booklet is not intended to create, nor is it to be construed, a contract between Adecco and any one or all of its employees. Your employment with Adecco is employment-at-will. That is, your employment can be terminated at any time by you or Adecco. Unless otherwise stated in this handbook, the contents of this handbook are applicable to temporary employees of Adecco (also known as employees, payrolled employees and associates) who are referred to throughout this handbook as employees. Adecco employees are individuals who are eligible for temporary work assignments to support or supplement a clients or Adecco workforce during time periods of, including but not limited to, employee absences, temporary skill shortages, seasonal workloads, and special long- and short-term assignments and projects. This handbook does not apply to any other classification of employee at Adecco including colleagues. The information contained in this Employee Handbook is confidential and proprietary to Adecco. The information is for internal use only and may not be distributed outside of Adecco. Any use of the third party contact information contained herein does not violate your obligation to keep the contents of the Employee Handbook confidential.
Contents
Welcome to Adecco . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6 Standard time recording procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8 The Easy Pay program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10 When to contact Adecco. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Benefits. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-18 Family and Medical Leave Act . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Safety is everyones priority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Injuries on the job . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Workers Compensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Unemployment Compensation Insurance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 EEO/Diversity statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Anti-harassment and Anti-discrimination policy . . . . . . . . . 25-27 Substance abuse policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28-29 Privacy policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Workplace violence/Prohibition of weapons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Electronic communications policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Americans with Disabilities Act/ADA Amendment Act . . . . . . . 32 Employment & income verification information . . . . . . . . . . 33-35
Welcome to Adecco
Congratulations! As an Adecco temporary employee, you are now part of the nations leading workplace solutions company. However, Adecco is much more than a recruiting and placement company we are committed to helping you fulfill your professional goals at every stage of your career. Along the way, we will present you with challenging and rewarding opportunities at top companies, help you earn a competitive income, and provide you with the latest skill-enhancement services and a full range of benefits. Every Adecco temporary employees career begins with an interview with one of our Representatives. The Adecco Representative who interviewed you is here to help you succeed. However, if for any reason, he or she is unavailable, please do not hesitate to ask for help from any other Adecco Representative. At Adecco, we know just how hard you work and how much time you spend in the workplace. Thats why we want to make sure you have the right position at the right company. No wonder top candidates keep coming back to Adecco for help in finding a job or managing their career. This employee handbook was specifically designed to prepare you for your assignments, list examples of when you should contact Adecco, provide benefits information, and communicate policies required by law. Be sure to visit the AdeccoUSA.com website for future updates to this information and other exciting features. So, welcome aboard we wish you every success as an Adecco temporary employee.
Assignments
At Adecco, we pride ourselves on making the right matches matching your job preferences and skill level with our clients needs. You are required to notify the Adecco office of your availability for work by contacting your local office at least once per week. Once you have notified Adecco of your availability, we will contact you if we have an assignment that matches your skills, experience and qualifications. We must have a working telephone number where we can reach you or leave a message. When you accept an assignment, you will be making a commitment that you will work for the duration of the assignment. To prepare you for starting a new assignment, please make sure you have: The companys name The location, hours and length of assignment The specific tasks you will be doing The hourly rate The name of the person to whom you report Any other details that will help you on your assignment If you are going to be late for your assignment or have any emergency or illness that prevents you from going to work, you must call Adecco prior to the start of the assignment. Adecco will call the client and explain the situation. All of our offices have 24-hour answering services, so you can leave a message at any time day or night. Failing to call us prior to the start of the assignment when you are late or when you cannot go to an assignment may result in disciplinary action up to and including a voluntary quit and/or termination.
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Your wages. You will be paid an hourly wage for each assignment, determined by the assignment requirements, your skills, and the wage rates in your local area. For this reason, your hourly wage may vary from job to job. Your Adecco Representative will tell you how much each assignment will pay before you accept an assignment. Taxes. Adecco will deduct only those taxes required by law Federal, State, and City withholding taxes as well as Social Security. Adecco pays Unemployment Insurance Tax, Social Security Tax, and you will be covered by Workers Compensation Insurance. We will mail a W-2 Wage and Tax Statement to you by January 31st of the following year. Please inform your Adecco Representative of any address changes immediately to ensure timely delivery of your W-2 form. While on assignment: Follow and comply with the rules, policies, procedures, and working conditions established by Adecco clients for their premises. Promptly bring any and all complaints or disputes about your pay, or your assignment or working conditions to your Adecco Representative and/or the Adecco Employee Relations Department. Behave in a professional manner. This means that your personal conduct, including conversations in the workplace, must not violate Adecco policies including, but not limited to, Adecco Anti-harassment Policy contained in this handbook. You will refrain from threatening action, conduct or language. Your employment with Adecco requires you to comply with our policies and procedures. You may be disciplined up to and including termination if you dont comply with our policies and procedures.
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Your employment with Adecco is at-will and may be terminated at any time except for unlawful reasons. Follow the time submittal procedures described in the handbook to ensure we have the information required to pay you. Arrive on time each day of your assignment. Dress appropriately for each assignment. Your Adecco Representative will tell you what to expect, but when in doubt always dress more conservatively. Do not be afraid to ask questions on the job about the tasks you are performing. If you are unsure of something, check with the client Representative. Do not make personal calls from the job assignment/client site. If you must make a personal call, do so during a break. Making long distance calls while on assignment is not permitted and could result in disciplinary action including termination. Do not approach the client about full-time employment. If you have an interest in a position, let your Adecco Representative know.
Instructions for recording your time worked: At the end of your work week, you must record your time for all hours worked. It is your responsibility to record your time fully and accurately before providing it to the client representative for approval. You should record the in/out time or total time attributed to your meal period. If you are not being provided a meal or rest break to which you are entitled, advise your Adecco Representative immediately. Include in your hours worked all time spent changing in and out of your client required apparel at work (including uniforms and equipment), travel time required by your assignment (other than commuting time), and time waiting on client security lines, if applicable, to the nearest quarter (1/4) hour. Please notify your Adecco Representative if you have questions regarding what time should be recorded. In order to ensure that your paycheck is accurate you must record your time completely and without errors.
To ensure prompt and accurate payment you must record your hours worked using one of our convenient time entry methods: 1. Entering hours via the telephone. Hours must be entered via the telephone by Sunday at midnight by calling the ATS (automated time sheet) line at 1.888.695.9300. You will need the last 4 digits of your social security number, your office number and assignment number (obtained from your Adecco Representative). Follow the automated instructions provided.
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Please confirm the payroll procedures with your Adecco representative, as procedures may vary from assignment to assignment.
Time Approval Procedures It is your responsibility to record your time worked on a timecard and obtain client approval. - Submit to the Rochester Shared Service Center Fax #: 1.866.508.3922 Blank timecards can be printed from the hoursbyweb.com site If Adeccos client approves your weekly hours electronically and you do not use a paper timecard, please make sure your hours are entered into one of the listed time capture methods by Sunday at midnight. If you are unsure, contact your Adecco Representative.
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Contact Information for Payroll Related Questions Adecco offers a unique payroll experience to its employees. We have a state of the art shared services center open 7 days a week from 7am to 10pm EST for real time assistance with your payroll related questions. Should you have any questions regarding your paycheck contact: Rochester Shared Services Center Phone: 866.528.0707 Email: rssc@adeccona.com
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The following are examples of when to contact Adecco: If you are requested to perform any duties other than the ones described to you when you accepted the assignment. If you are entitled to a meal break but are not being provided time for one or are being prevented from taking one. Upon completion of assignment, contact your Adecco Representative by phone between the hours of 9am - 5pm. If you cannot report to work or will be late for any reason. If you are injured while on assignment. Any time you are available for work and would like to be considered for an assignment. If your assignment is ending, contact Adecco within 48 hours of completion of each assignment. If a client offers you a full-time position, remind them that you are employed by Adecco. You may certainly accept the offer, but you must discuss it first with your Adecco Representative. If the client requests that you work overtime. If you change your name, telephone number or address. If you believe you are experiencing any type of harassment, unlawful discrimination or discrimination prohibited by Adecco policy while on assignment, please let us know immediately. If you are convicted of a crime other than a minor traffic violation. If you have a complaint or dispute about your pay, assignment or working conditions, you must contact your Adecco Representative and/or the Adecco Employee Relations Department. If you are requested for Jury or Witness Duty.
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Benefits
As the world leader in workforce solutions, Adecco knows the importance of creating a work environment that fosters a healthy work/life balance and shows employees they are valued. Thats why we provide our employees with a variety of benefits, including: Group Benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability Prescription Drug Savings Program Voluntary Benefits accident, cancer, insurance, and legal protection plan 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Training programs Paid holidays Service bonus A brief introduction to most of these benefits can be found below. For additional details on these programs, please contact your Adecco Representative or the Employee Benefits Department at 877.632.9169. Group Benefits. Employees have 60 days from the date of their first paycheck to enroll in group benefits. If you miss the enrollment period, you will not be permitted to enroll until the next annual open enrollment period unless you experience a qualified life status change. Prescription Drug Savings Program. Adecco has partnered with ScriptSave to offer employees the ScriptSave Prescription Drug Savings Program at NO COST. The ScriptSave program provides savings on ALL brand name and generic prescriptions at over 53,000 participating pharmacies nationwide. Savings average 22%, with potential savings of up to 50% (based on national program savings data).
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Benefits
Regardless of current prescription coverage everyone can save with the ScriptSave Prescription Drug Savings Program. If you do not have health insurance, use the ScriptSave program for any brand name or generic prescriptions you or a family member pays for out-of-pocket. If you have health insurance coverage, use the ScriptSave program for any prescriptions that are not covered by your insurance or for savings for your family members not covered by insurance. How to get started: www.scriptsave.com and log in using Group # 241. Fill out the required information on the Card Services page, print your card and start saving today! Additional information available online: Find a Pharmacy find a participating pharmacy closest to you Look up Drug Pricing look up pricing for your prescriptions before you go to the pharmacy Program Overview learn more about the Script Save program
Discount only not insurance. This program is not an insurance policy and does not provide insurance coverage. Discounts are available exclusively through participating pharmacies. You may cancel your registration under this program within thirty (30) days from the date your discount card is issued.
Voluntary benefits. Accident Insurance: Allstate Workplace Divisions (AWD) Accident Insurance gives you a cushion to help cover medical expenses and living costs when you are hurt unexpectedly.
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Benefits
This is not Medical Insurance or Disability Insurance, although it does contain an income replacement benefit. You may purchase it to provide protection on top of your existing insurance plans or you may purchase this plan on its own. AWD Group Accident provides benefits in the case of dislocations, fractures, loss of limbs, ground and air ambulance, hospital, intensive care, medical expenses and death Benefits are paid directly to you unless assigned to a provider Benefits are paid regardless of any other insurance you may have Provides a monthly disability income for up to one year for primary insured Provides 24-hour coverage for you and your entire family Coverage is guaranteed at initial enrollment with no medical exams or tests to take Coverage for an unlimited number of accidents Coverage is portable at the same price; as long as premiums are paid to AWD Cancer Insurance: AWDs Group Cancer and Specified Disease Insurance can help you manage the high expenses of treatment, preserve savings, protect your family from financial hardship, and concentrate on getting well. This is not Medical Insurance or Disability Insurance. You may purchase it to provide protection on top of your existing insurance plans or you may purchase this plan on its own. Pays benefits that can be used for non-medical cancer related expenses that health insurance might not cover: Transportation Family Member Lodging Waiver of Premium
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Benefits
Medical Benefits: - Hospital Room - Radiation/Chemotherapy - Drugs and Medicine - Bone Marrow and Stem Cell Transplant Benefits are paid regardless of any other insurance you may have Benefits are paid directly to you unless assigned to someone else Coverage is guaranteed at initial enrollment No physical exams or blood tests
Legal Protection Plan: Provides access to professional legal counsel not only for traditional legal problems, but for everyday events such as: Buying a house or a car Creating a will Handling a problem with an insurance company Dealing with identity theft This plan offers you: Tools to avoid costly legal problems Access to plan attorneys with discount rates To enroll or to ask questions about any voluntary benefit program call 1.866.868.8216 or go to private.boongroup.com/uhb
This material is valid as long as information remains current, but in no event later than October 1, 2011. Group Accident insurance benefits provided by policy GVAP1, or state variations thereof. Group Cancer and Specified Disease benefits provided by policy form GVCP2, or state variations thereof. Allstate Workplace Division is the marketing name used by American Heritage Life Insurance Company (Home Office, Jacksonville, FL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Allstate Corporation. 2008 Allstate Insurance Company. www.allstate.com or allstateatwork.com Legal Protection Plan is offered by Legal Access Plan, LLC. Legal Access Plan, LLC is not affiliated with The Allstate Corporation or any of its subsidiaries.
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Benefits
Adecco, Inc. Associates 401(k) Plan. The Adecco, Inc. Associates 401(k) Plan allows you to have pre-tax payroll deductions taken from your paycheck and placed in a tax-qualified retirement plan. The amount of money that you may have deducted is 1%-75% of your weekly gross pay, up to the IRS maximum annual deferral limit.2 As an Adecco employee, you are eligible to enroll as soon as administratively possible after receiving your first paycheck. If you are interested in enrolling, please complete the Request for Enrollment Information form found in your new hire paperwork.3
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Highly Compensated Employees (as defined by the IRS) will be limited in the amount they can defer to the 401(k). You will receive additional information if you meet the salary threshold. If there is any real or apparent conflict between this brief outline and the provisions of the Summary Plan Description, the official Summary Plan Description will apply. To obtain additional copies of the Summary Plan Description, please call 877.632.9169.
Tuition Reimbursement. As an Adecco employee, you are immediately eligible for tuition reimbursement of up to 50% of the cost of the course and books not to exceed $100 per course when you complete specialized, work-related courses and meet the following criteria: Receive approval from your Adecco Representative prior to enrollment. After successful completion of the course, bring your diploma, certificate of completion or proof of a grade of C or better and all receipts for tuition and books to your local office. Work 120 hours for Adecco after you complete each course.
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Training Programs. We offer our employees the opportunity to learn new skills and enhance current skills. The free training programs available cross a wide range of positions and include such courses as: software, call center, keyboarding, administrative skills, safety, quality programs, technical and much more. Please contact your Adecco Representative for details. Holiday Pay/Service Bonus. Adecco may provide qualifying employees with a holiday pay benefit and/or service bonus if Adecco determines, in its sole discretion, that its financial performance goals are met. Holiday Pay.4 Based upon your hours worked and your availability for work, you may qualify for holiday pay for Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and either Christmas Day or New Year's Day (of the following year.) When a holiday benefit is generally payable, you will qualify to receive the benefit if you have worked at least 1000 hours for Adecco in the 26 weeks ending on the Sunday just before the holiday. Only the hours up to a maximum of 40 hours per week based on Adeccos standard Monday to Sunday workweek will be counted for each of those 26 weeks and holiday hours are excluded. Payrolled (CPE) employees and technical employees are not eligible for this benefit.
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Benefits
Service Bonus.4 As a reward for your dedication, Adecco offers a service bonus. You will receive the service bonus after working 1,800 hours in a payroll calendar year. A payroll calendar year means the work hours associated with the first and last paydate in the calendar year. Total weekly hours counted toward eligibility cannot exceed 40 hours per week based on Adeccos standard Monday to Sunday workweek and excludes holiday hours. A bonus will not be paid in the event you do not complete the 1,800 hour for any reason including but not limited to: voluntary quitting, completion of assignment, permanent job or no suitable assignments. When a service bonus is generally payable, the service bonus is processed upon meeting all individual and Company criteria and paid within two pay cycles after achievement of the hours criteria. For Employees of staffing offices, the gross amount of the service bonus will be $450 for Professional & Office Administrative positions and $350 for Light Industrial & Production Technical positions. For Employees who have worked in both job categories during the year, the bonus payment will be based in the job category you spent the majority of time. The position categories are determined by the Company in its sole discretion and are based on the line of business in which the Company determines you are working. Professional positions are defined as those in the technical line of business working in a staffing office, and those assignments placed out of a financial office. Payrolled (CPE) employees and technical employees are not eligible for this benefit.
If Adeccos financial performance goals are not met (as determined by Adecco in its sole discretion), eligible employees may receive partial holiday pay or partial service bonus pay, or possibly no payment under these benefit programs. In addition to its other rights, Adecco reserves the right to modify, add, revoke, suspend, terminate or change these benefits for all or certain categories of employees, and/or for all or individual holidays at any time with or without notice.
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Other criteria may apply. You may be entitled to additional leave in accordance with State law. Please contact your Adecco representative to learn where you can obtain information regarding your States law. Questions may be directed to the Benefits department at 877.632-9169.
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Call Adecco immediately: If you are asked to perform work which was not part of your initial job description. If you believe that your working conditions are unsafe. If you are injured while on assignment. Become familiar with each clients safety procedures and equipment.
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Workers Compensation
Workers Compensation is defined by a set of rules determined by each State which outlines benefits to employees who have sustained workrelated injuries/illnesses. The laws provide for payment of medical bills for treatment due to such injuries and illnesses and reasonable income benefits for employees who may lose time from work. Employees who are seriously injured on the job may be entitled to additional benefits. Funds for these benefits are provided by Adecco through its Workers Compensation claims administrator, as required by law. If you are injured on the job or suffer a work-related disability, certain procedures must be followed to ensure that you receive your benefits quickly. Follow the procedures outlined under Injuries on the Job on Page 21 within this handbook. Adecco provides benefits, as required by law, to every employee injured during the course of their employment. However, if we determine that any employee has provided falsified information to Adecco, the physician, or to the claims administrator for the purpose of fraudulently obtaining workers compensation benefits, we will take the strongest possible action to prosecute that employee to the fullest extent of the law and such employee will no longer be eligible for employment with Adecco.
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EEO/Diversity statement
Adecco is firmly committed to creating a climate where the different perspectives that diversity brings to its business are valued. Attracting and developing a diverse workforce that reflects the communities in which we serve is at the foundation of this precept. Viewing diversity as an asset is essential in cultivating a workforce that reflects the changing face of the United States. It is continuing policy of Adecco to afford equal employment opportunity to recruit qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, veteran status or any other basis protected by law. This policy encompasses all aspects of the employment relationship, including application and initial employment, job assignment, selection for training opportunities and salary/benefits administration. Employment decisions will be based on the principles of equal employment opportunity and with the intent to further Adeccos commitment to diversity. All applicants for employment and employees of Adecco may exercise their rights under this policy or Federal, State or local laws at any time.
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Obligation to report. In order to take appropriate corrective action, Adecco must be sufficiently aware of the harassment or related retaliation. Therefore, if you have experienced or witnessed harassment or related retaliation based on any of the protected categories stated above, you must promptly report such behavior to an Adecco manager or by contacting Adeccos Employee Relations Department at 631.844.7917. Complaints may be made verbally or in writing.
Adecco will respond promptly to complaints of harassment and discrimination. The investigation will be conducted confidentially to the extent possible. Where it is determined that inappropriate conduct has occurred, Adecco will act to eliminate the conduct and impose such corrective action as is necessary, including disciplinary action, up to and including immediate termination. Deliberate false claims are subject to discipline up to and including termination of employment.
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Privacy policy
Adecco and its clients reserve the right to conduct searches of employees at any time while on Adeccos or its clients property. These searches may include, but are not limited to, an inspection of employees person, computer equipment (including hard drive and other removable storage devices), electronic communications (including email, text messages and voicemail), locker, desk, bag, coat, purse, briefcase, tool box, or other such containers, as well as vehicles parked on Adecco or its clients property. Therefore you should have no expectation of privacy with respect to such items. Furthermore, clients may, in accordance with applicable law and in the furtherance of its business interests, monitor or record your telephone conversations conducted over the clients phone network. You may also be required to display items for visual inspection upon Adecco or its clients request. Failure to consent to such search or display for visual inspection may be grounds for termination. Should you improperly remove any items from Adecco or its client or engage in unlawful activity while at the assignment, you may be subject to discipline, up to and including termination. Adecco may share certain personnel/human resource data concerning its employees with nonaffiliated third parties, including but not limited to third party administrators, when they are acting on our behalf, or acting jointly with us for the purpose of processing payroll, Workers Compensation claims, unemployment benefits or any other such matter related to employment. Such data may include name, address, Social Security number, employee ID number, job description, and related information. We may also share such data with our clients in connection with providing services to them. In addition, such data may be shared with other parties as permitted or required by law such as credit bureaus, government entities, in responding to subpoenas and other legal processes, and those with whom you have requested us to share information.
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It is a violation of this policy to possess a weapon, to threaten another individual with bodily harm, or to assault another individual at any time while on Adecco property or during working hours or while engaged in Adecco business regardless of location.
Employees in violation of this policy will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination. Adecco strongly urges that any acts of violence in the workplace and any weapons observed thereon be reported to Adecco management and/or Human Resources
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Exceptions may be extended to security personnel, in Adecco or Client parking lots and parking facilities.
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Information for Verifiers: Provide the instructions below to the company or individual who may need to verify your employment. To use this service for Basic Employment Verifications: Go to: www.theworknumber.com or call 1.800.367.5690. Enter the Verifier Section and enter your Username and password in the Already Have an ID? Area. If you do not have a Username and Password select Not Registered and follow the prompts. Enter the employees Social Security Number when prompted. Enter the Adecco Company Code of 10265. Follow the prompts to obtain the information.
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Information for Social Services Agencies: Provide the instructions below to the Social Service agencies. Typical social services verifications include the following: TANF, Food Stamps, Public Housing, Medicaid, Child Support, WIC, Welfare to Work/job Corp Programs, Social Security, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and others. There is no charge for Social Service Agencies to use this service. Visit www.theworknumber.com or call 1.800.660.3399. Enter the Social Service Agencies Section. Enter your registered fax number into the Social Services Login box (If not registered, call 1.800.996.7566 for registration instructions or, select the Not Registered link and follow the prompts). Enter the employees Social Security Number when prompted. The verification will be faxed to the pre-registered fax number. The agency can also print from the screen but the standard Agency procedure is to have it faxed.
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