A fair-chance employer or second-chance employer is an employer that does not automatically disqualify all prospective job applicants who have prior involvement in the criminal justice system.[1] Instead, the hiring process includes an evaluation of the individual.[2] For example, if a person has a past conviction related to driving, but the job involves no driving, then the conviction may not be relevant.[3] Similarly, since most recidivism happens within the first three years, then old convictions may not be relevant.[3]
It can be part of a diversity, equity, and inclusion program.[2]
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- ^ Clarke, Philip B.; Lewis, Todd F. (2023-12-22). Wellness-Based Addictions Counseling: Facilitating Holistic Recovery. Taylor & Francis. p. 108. ISBN 978-1-003-80337-9.
- ^ a b Chait, Daniel; Stross, Jon (2021-04-01). Talent Makers: How the Best Organizations Win through Structured and Inclusive Hiring. John Wiley & Sons. pp. 129–131. ISBN 978-1-119-78529-3.
- ^ a b Korzenik, Jeffrey D. (2021-04-13). Untapped Talent: How Second Chance Hiring Works for Your Business and the Community. HarperCollins Leadership. p. 132. ISBN 978-1-4002-2310-7.