As technology continues to advance, organizations are using social media and online platforms to attract and acquire eligible employees. What methods and specific websites are currently being used in your organization to attract and acquire potential employees online? As a job seeker, reflect on the benefits and challenges of using social media platforms, such as LinkedIn, for finding employment. What are the drawbacks that an employer faces when using websites to attract future employees for positions and how can these drawbacks be reduced?
Solution
Our nonprofit organization, which provides support services for individuals with disabilities, heavily relies on LinkedIn and other digital platforms for talent acquisition. These tools enable us to reach qualified candidates for specialized roles in mental health, group home management, and support services while building our professional employer brand. While LinkedIn offers job seekers valuable benefits such as professional networking opportunities and streamlined application processes, they face challenges like increased competition and difficulty verifying legitimate opportunities. From an employer’s perspective, digital recruitment platforms present certain drawbacks, including managing high volumes of potentially unsuitable applications and concerns about candidate authenticity (Dessler, 2023). To address these challenges, we implement targeted recruitment strategies, including refined search filters, precise job posting descriptions, and active engagement in professional communities. Regular updates to our digital recruitment practices ensure we maintain an efficient hiring process while staying current with technological advancements and industry standards.
Dessler, G. (2023). Human resource management (17th ed.). Pearson/Prentice Hall. ISBN-13: 9780137927395
