Why Are Background Checks Important for Remote Employees?

The flexibility of working remotely carries with it a need for employees to possess a strong sense of responsibility, a good work ethic, and solid skills for performing their jobs. These characteristics may come across to some extent in an application and interview, but a deeper look can be more revealing. To help employers gain this additional information, we recommend these three screenings be included as part of your background check process for current and future remote work positions.

Verifications

Verification screenings are designed to confirm employment as well as academic and other credentials provided by applicants, ensuring they are accurate. Checking verifications helps to ensure employees have the expected skills and experience to perform their jobs well, especially when working remotely. 

Criminal Screenings

A vital part of nearly any background check, criminal screenings can help to verify the quality of applicants and help to ensure a safe, reliable workforce and protect your organization's sensitive information. Criminal screenings are particularly important for remote workers, to reduce the risk of fraud and other undesirable behaviors in workers with less direct supervision.

Social Media Screenings

A social media screening can help you identify current or potential employees who engage in illegal or unethical activities, promote violence, share explicit materials, and more. These important checks can also help you spot workers who inappropriately share themselves taking advantage of working remotely by posting about doing so. 

At Employers Reference Source Inc., we combine our expert team with the best technology to provide the most accurate and efficient background screening solutions. Contact us today to learn more about how our services can improve and simplify your hiring decisions.