Date of Award
5-2018
Degree Type
Capstone
Degree Name
Master of Public Administration (MPA)
Department
School of Professional Studies
Chief Instructor
Mary Piecewicz
Keywords
MPA, intergenerational, baby boomers, non profit employment, marketing
Abstract
This paper will explore existing literature on aspects of an intergenerational workplace in a nonprofit organization and provide recommendations for recruiting and retaining older employees for a human service organization, Ascentria Care Alliance, in Worcester, MA. The paper will review research on trends in the nonprofit industry, a comprehensive breakdown of generational workplace values, reasons people are returning to work and effective marketing strategies that appeal to older generations. Marketing strategies specifically will explore best practices for website design, social media usage, and job descriptions. Additionally, this paper will research case studies of nonprofits with successful intergenerational workforce initiatives, as well as best practices for human resource management. The research concludes that the most effective ways for Ascentria to connect with older employees is by creating a culture of respect in the workplace, targeted marketing approaches, specific benefit programs, and community partnerships.
Recommended Citation
Change, Binghe; Leach, Calleigh; Lu, Elsie; You, Hongquiang; Wang, Mengge; and Mariotti, Nina, "A Guide for Hiring Mature Employees at Ascentria" (2018). School of Professional Studies. 25.
https://commons.clarku.edu/sps_masters_papers/25
Worcester
Yes
Included in
Business and Corporate Communications Commons, Family, Life Course, and Society Commons, Health Policy Commons, Human Resources Management Commons, Information Security Commons, Management Information Systems Commons, Marketing Commons, Nonprofit Administration and Management Commons, Public Administration Commons, Public Health Commons, Social Media Commons, Sociology of Culture Commons