Supporting the Student Fund
Thank you to the staff bargaining unit (AFSCME) and the full-time faculty union (AAUP) for their generous transfer of their unused EAP funds to the student emergency funds. Students received assistance in areas such as meeting technology needs, food and rent support, and providing assistance through grocery gift cards to name a few. Read the stories of a few of more than 1,480 students who have received assistance and donate now to support the emergency assistance fund.
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Cigna’s Employee Assistance Program Offers Free Support
We recognize that many might be experiencing fear, hurt, and anger provoked by the senseless and tragic killing of George Floyd, and the resulting events unfolding in communities across our nation. Effective immediately, Cigna is offering free telephonic consultation for anyone who is coping with stress brought on by these events. Any member of the community can contact Cigna's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support line by calling 1-866-912-1687. The line is staffed 24 hours a day, every day, for consultation with a behavioral health clinician. These trained professionals are available to speak with people about how to cope with loss, anxiety, stress, fear, or other issues related to recent events in the community. This service is open to anyone and free of charge. Callers may also receive referrals to community resources to help them with specific concerns, including financial and legal matters.
During times of uncertainty and change, it is especially important to focus on taking good care of ourselves. Cigna provides helpful ideas on physical, mental, and emotional self-care during troubling times. Cigna's Resource Center contains educational tools and handouts for employees along with links to community resources for recovery.
No login is required.
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EAP Gym Reimbursements
Please be mindful of the deadline, June 24, 2020 for submitting EAP for gym and other facility reimbursements to EAP. This will allow Payroll staff to enter the reimbursements in a timely manner prior to the close of the fiscal year. If you have questions, please visit the Wellness web page or contact India Hunter, Wellness Coordinator.
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Complete FY20 Required Training by June 30
Remember to complete your FY20 required training by June 30, 2020. Additionally, all Montgomery College faculty, staff, and students have access to LinkedIn Learning. LinkedIn Learning is an on-demand learning solution designed to help you build new skills and advance your career.
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FY 2020 Performance Evaluation Reminder
FY 2020 Annual Performance Evaluation for staff, department chairs, and administrators, is due to HRSTM Friday, August 14, 2020. Division/department/unit leaders may have internal timelines for their area to meet the HRSTM deadline date of August 14, 2020.
The following provides guidance to meet the deadline:
June 30, 2020 – Employee submits self-evaluation to supervisor
July 31, 2020 – Supervisor evaluation of employee
August 14, 2020 – Evaluation submitted by supervisor to Performance
Submissions of completed evaluations should be made to Performance by the supervisor from a College email account. Submissions from non-College email accounts will be returned.
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FSAP Resources for COVID-19
- Being an Effective Manager During COVID-19
- Coping with Uncertainty
- Managing Worry & Anxiety Amid COVID-19
- Navigating Your Work from Home Transition
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OIT Live Webinars
The Office of Information Technology (OIT) is hosting live webinars for Zoom, OneDrive, Adobe Acrobat, and Office 365 to guide you through the use of these essential tools. In these sessions, you will learn the basics and have the opportunity to ask questions to our knowledgeable trainers. Visit OIT Training for dates and times.
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Important Dates June 22
June 24
Deadline for EAP submission for gym reimbursement
June 30
Employee self evaluations due to supervisor
Deadline for completing FY20 required training
Daily Stretch Breaks
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Wellness Update
The MC Next Generation Wellness program is quickly adapting to our virtual environment. Online classes are being offered daily and last week Dr. Pollard attended a live Zoom class taught by our Wellness Coordinator, India Hunter!
If you participate in the EAP Outside Gym Reimbursement program, please check your gym’s website to see what their policy is regarding fees/dues during the stay at home order.
Watch for email updates from India and the Wellness program as we stay healthy together during this difficult time.
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Join MC Employee Facebook Group
Stay up to date on the latest news by joining our private MC employee Facebook group. This group is only open to MC employees and will require approval to join.
Let's stay connected.
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