Outplacement Assistance

WORKFORCE CENTRAL FLORIDA can send a team to help you plan your layoff. In fact, we can group counsel employees who will be affected by the layoff to provide them critical information on filing for unemployment and using the WCF services to help find their next job. This service is offered at no cost to employers and your employees.

To help get you started, on the right-hand panel you’ll find resources for planning your layoff. Don't forget to contact us so that we can help ensure a smooth layoff process for your employees. Call 1-800-757-4598 or e-mail outplacement@wcfla.com.

Also remember that WCF offers Employed Worker Training Awards where employers may apply for up to $50,000, or even $100,000 in targeted industries, to enhance your training budget to build and enhance your employees’ skills to avoid a layoff. WCF reimburses employers half the direct cost of training through this program.

Outplacement Overview

Outplacement Communication Strategy

Reduction in Force: Management Information

Managing the Separation Interview

The Importance of Planning the Separation Meeting

Agenda for the Separation Meeting

Anticipated Reactions of the Dischargee

Four Typical Responses to Reduction in Force

Information for Employees Affected by Reduction

Check List

Post Separation Interview: Evaluation Questionnaire

Completion of Needs Survey by Affected Workers

APPENDIX A - SAMPLE: Letter to Affected Employees

APPENDIX B - SAMPLE: Memo to Unaffected Employees

APPENDIX C - SAMPLE: Generic Reference Letter

APPENDIX D - When the Dust Settles

APPENDIX E - After Downsizing - How to Rebuild