Spouse/Partner Relocation Assistance
It is estimated that 75% of all households now consist of two-income couples. When one spouse/partner is transferred to a new location, the "trailing" spouse/partner is faced with finding new employment in an unfamiliar location.

Many benefits accrue from spouse relocation assistance programs. The obvious benefit is the incentive to the transferring employee to accept a firm's offer of a position that requires relocation. Offering job search assistance to the trailing partner may influence a decision bringing an affirmative answer to a job offer requiring relocation. Further, the program assists the new employee and partner to integrate more smoothly with unfamiliar area resources. Finally, the program puts the sponsoring organization in a favorable light, with both the employee and spouse, thus initiating the new employment relationship on a favorable note.

The Spouse/Partner Relocation Assistance Program is designed with the individual's needs in mind. It can be structured to provide an intensive consulting program of shorter duration (six weeks). A more comprehensive (two, three, or more months) program can be designed to meet the special needs of a partner for whom the sponsoring organization wishes to provide a more senior-level program offering all the amenities of a Comprehensive, In-Residence Program.

For the Client Company
Consultation during planning for the termination event
On-site post-termination meeting with every effected individual (a necessary beginning)
Takeaway materials for every employee explaining their workshop program

Six Week Consultation Program

Administrative Support Resources
Clerical Support, copy service
In-house reference library

Individual Consultation
Pre-relocation consultation
Community resources research, focusing on areas of interest (e.g., child/elder care, schools, etc.)  Targeting a career goal/job objective
Development of individual job search strategy
Preparation of a resume, stationery, and reference list
Letter writing skills development
Employer research skills development
Interviewing skills development

Technology
CareerAdvantage Database (online employer research)
Online Career Center and technology coaching
ResumeMaker

Networking Opportunities
Access to RWCA alumni network
Business community introductions
Resume posting on CPI/RWCA's website