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Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS)

I am writing a review on my dissatisfaction with Contemporary Staffing. You should never ever contact people about a position you know is not going to last especially if someone has been a their job for more than a year.  The assignment ended earlier than expected it was supposed to last at least 6 months but it only lasted 2 months but since we are living in a world where people could care less about what you are going through including this agency everyone I mean every company in this great state of NJ can let you go at any time without notice or reason and I feel that needs to change we should get notice just like we have to give notice to the employer.  They called me on my way home that’s how impersonal this world is.  Do not take a position with this company unless you are currently unemployed or a direct to hire position.  I have no income now and it’s been 3 weeks and the reason for that is because unemployment is trying to decide if I have a claim because I had quit my previous job for something that didn’t last the full 6 months I am writing this to help someone else out they made is seem like a great opportunity instead I’m struggling now to make ends meet. So think before you take any position.

I have reached out to Contemporary Staffing on two separate occasions while looking for work. I highly recommend setting up a meeting with them if you find yourself in the same boat.

Needless to say, your salary as a temp will never be that fantastic because that's just the way it is. However, I do feel that Contemporary Staffing works to get you the highest hourly rate possible. Sadly, it's not enough to live on, especially when you easily spend at least $100 to $125 a month just to get downtown.

Time sheets are submitted right online which is great! No more leaving for the day on Friday only to realize that you forgot to fax your time sheet over. You can even submit it through your phone!

Staff at the office is always pleasant and helpful. They may seem a little slow finding you a position, but they are working hard for you and, the moment they see something they feel is a good fit, they are in contact with you immediately.

The dynamic of this company leaves quite a bit to be desired. The recruiters act like they run the world and everyone else in the small 4-5 person office is at their every beck and call. The recruiters also "don't really answer phones". They will if they absolutely have to, but with so few people in the office, it becomes difficult to stay on top of the sometimes heavy call volume. Not to mention when they all retreat to the conference room for a "meeting", leaving two people to answer constantly ringing phones, all while trying to courteously greet people coming into the office. Working for this company has made me miss working for larger corporations with more manpower and less drama. Contemporary Staffing left me very disappointed, and has ruined any chances of me ever working for a smaller business. It's as though they are perpetually short-staffed, and no one is doing a thing about it. No, thank you.

A typical day was busy in the morning in order to get the customer's correspondence ready for the afternoon mailings. Monday was the busiest day because customers letters were generated over the weekend. I made thousands of copies of the batches of letters, which were carted from one end of the floor to the other, which was about the size of a football field. I learned a lot about the copiers I used from a co-worker who was very good at fixing the copiers and was very knowledgeable about the the machines in general. My team leader was a outgoing and extremely efficient and managed the whole team. That same team leader promoted an atmosphere of cooperation. The hardest part of the job was Monday because of the the urgency to get the job done is a short piece of time. The most enjoyable part of the job was the satisfaction of getting letters copied with the least amount of  time.

Contemporary Staffing Solutions placed me in a long term contract position that would periodically repeat. I would travel throughout the state doing file review. The position required 100% travel and was rewarding. I was promoted to more responsibility with each new contract start. The staff and on-site employer contacts were responsive to each other making sure there were always enough team members to get each project accomplished based on the deadlines. I would be more than willing to do this kind of work again.

This company gives you an usual test after meeting with a counselor. You can wait a month or more to start working after meeting with a Counsel. The pay of $12 or less is not sufficient with the work a company wants you to do for them. Companies now expect you to work on Saturday for a temporary employer even if you are not a permanent  employer. As a temporary employee you may be required to travel over 25 miles, the hourly pay may not be sufficient based on the mileage you have to drive. If you have to work on a Holiday you will not be paid time and a half, just straight pay if it's not over 40 hours.

o	Provide assistance to individuals, as necessary with daily living skills and by doing so developing independent community skills.
o	Assists in the development of a weekly schedule for each member to maximize their time spent in the community.
o	Complete training with individuals towards achieving ISP goals.
o	Administer medication(s) and completes appropriate documentation, where necessary.
o	Accompany individual to and from appointments and activities.
o	Assists in building a support network between the individuals and community members.
o	Accurately completes all in-house documentation: maintains current case notes, and monthly reports of individual’s progress.
o	Participates in Circle(s) of Support for personal future planning.


I was diagnosed with diabetes after a little over 2 months at my assignment.  The company was flexible about my doctor appointments and allowed makeup time on the weekend.  Contract ended early because my training was affected by my missing time and, while others received additional training, I did not and was never offered the opportunity for that.  It was very clear that I had developed a disability and was not accommodated for it.  This was not the fault of CSS, however, the recruiter has not contacted me at all since calling me to inform me that the contract ended.  Nothing to say “hey we are looking for a new assignment for you,” and no conversation about anything otherwise.  Just. no. contact.

I was called by this agency. I agreed to meet with a Nicole Skay. Filled out paperwork and had a mini-interview of sorts with her. She said everything is ok just take a week for everything to be processed. I waited a week and didnt hear back. This is where the fun starts. They wouldnt return any calls. Every time i called she was on the phone or just stepped out. Did not return any emails. I was polite and professional. All i wanted was update either way. This place is extremely unprofessional. Do not waste your time here. You will just wind up been disappointed and upset that you wasted your time and money meetig with them.

I enjoy working and communicating with a variety of businesses and ethnical backgrounds.

Hardest part of the job is traveling to different job sites on scheduled times throughout the day.

I learned how to use a variety of software applications provided by the businesses.

A typical work day is reporting to the company contracting with to provide any reports, updates, or any changes to the Supervisor then commute to the job site assigned to on a scheduled time assigned.

The co-workers I enjoy working with are very professional, provide assistance in completing the task daily, courteous, adhere to companies policies, respectful, and adjust to any unexpected situations.

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