Am I still insured by the employer paid group Basic Life Insurance while on FMLA leave?
Yes. All benefit eligible employees are insured while on paid or unpaid FMLA leave.
May I continue using my Dependent Care Flex Spending balance while on unpaid leave?
No. Deductions will resume if you return to work in the same calendar year. Contact the benefits office at benefits@hcpss.org for assistance with scheduling catch-up deductions.
May I continue using my Health Flex Spending (FSA) balance while on leave?
Yes, if the FSA deduction started prior to the leave of absence within the current plan year. If leave extends to unpaid leave, deductions will resume upon return. The FSA deduction will be modified to catch-up the funds within the same calendar year to reach your annual election amount.
How do I add my adopted child to my benefits?
You may add your adopted child to your benefits in Workday within 30 days of the official recorded Adoption date from the legal documents.
How do I add my newborn child to my benefits?
You may add your newborn child to your benefits on Workday within 60 days of the date of birth.
How do I enroll in my benefits when returning to work from a general leave of absence?
You may enroll in benefits on Workday within 30 days of your return-to-work date. The effective date of benefits is the first of the month following the return- to work-date.
Am I eligible for sick bank while on a leave of absence?
Contact your union representative for verification.
May I terminate my insurance if I go on an extended leave of absence including child rearing, general leave, and study leave?
Yes, you may terminate your insurance while on a general leave of absence.
How do I pay for my health benefits if I choose to continue benefits while on a general leave of absence?
You will be invoiced by our third-party billing administrator, Total Administrative Services corporation (TASC), for the benefits premium owed. You are responsible for paying the full premium amount (100%) for medical, dental, and vision coverage(s).
How will I be notified while on unpaid FMLA leave if there is a balance owed for premium?
An invoice will be sent by email/mail for any outstanding premium/ balances owed. If you return to work prior to receiving an invoice, payments will automatically be deducted from your paycheck. The deductions will consist of one catch-up deduction per pay along with the regular health deductions until the premium balance is paid in full.