Jessie’s long-time assistant, Monica, just had her second child and wa

QUESTION

Jessie’s long-time assistant, Monica, just had her second child and wants to cut back her hours at work. Jessie would love to accommodate her, but she needs a full-time assistant. How can Jessie craft a solution that works for everyone?

What will be an ideal response?

ANSWER

Answer: Jessie can reframe the assistant’s position as a job share. Monica can work 20 hours per week, and Jessie can hire another person who is looking to work half-time in an assistant’s role. Both people will share responsibilities for the one full-time position.
Explanation: In job sharing, two people divide one full-time job. This arrangement enables Jessie to continue receiving the level of support she needs, while allowing Monica to keep earning some money and have more time to spend with her young children.