RECOGNIZING GOOD PERFORMANCE Clause Samples

RECOGNIZING GOOD PERFORMANCE. The PSM is a very important member of the work group. Since the PSM’s job is to get work done through others, it is essential that energies be concentrated on helping employees be as successful as possible. What the PSM or designee expects of an employee and the way the employee is treated to a large extent determines that employee’s performance. Good performance is a shared responsibility. The PSM has an opportunity to ▇▇▇▇▇▇ a working environment that is based on mutual respect and trust, a collaborative team effort that is mutually beneficial to the PSM, the employee, and the organization. Positive Discipline is intended not only to resolve performance problems, but also to focus on improvement in performance and recognize exceptional performance. Reinforcement of this type of behavior will help to ensure its continuation and should be used under the following circumstances: A. When an employee’s attendance, conduct, and/or performance improve, it is imperative that the PSM or designee acknowledges the improvement in a way that encourages the employee to maintain the improvement. Such changes in behavior that are ignored often disappear. B. When an employee deserves recognition and commendation for performance, above and beyond the call of duty, such as: • Taking immediate action in a crisis or emergency situation. • Developing a cost saving or work saving idea. • Providing special training or assistance to other employees. C. When an employee deserves recognition and commendation for performing competently and diligently over a period of time. Examples would include: • Maintaining a good attendance record over a significant period of time. • Maintaining a record of working safely • Maintaining a spirit of teamwork that is demonstrated through specific actions. In a discussion of this nature, the PSM or designee must refer to the specific improvement or incident with which the PSM is pleased. The PSM or designee must be specific and sincere. These positive contacts should be noted on the employee’s performance record. If the employee’s performance is exceptional, or the PSM or designee is deactivating a step of Positive Discipline, a memo to the employee should be prepared by the PSM or designee recognizing this exceptional or improved performance. A copy should also be placed in the employee’s Personnel file unless it is a deactivation memo/letter. This type of recognition can be highly successful in establishing and maintaining a motivating, productiv...