UTHSC HR Reporter April–June 2019

THE HR REPORTER

APRIL-JUNE 2019

INSIDE THIS ISSUE Take Charge at Work. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Resume Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Interview Tip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Minors on Campus.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Compensation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Workers’ Comp Changes. . . . . . . . . . . 2 Sick Leave Bank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Service Awards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Young Professionals Group. . . . . . . . 3

HUMAN RESOURCES Chandra Alston, EdD

Associate Vice Chancellor

BENEFITS

Damon Davis

Compensation Manager

TAKE CHARGE AT WORK

Debbie Jackson

You have access to a telephonic coaching program designed to help people with depression improve performance at work. Working with a coach over the phone, employees learn to manage symptoms of depression and stress in the workplace – so they can feel productive again. And it’s available at no additional cost to you as part of your Employee Assistance Program. To learn more or find out if you qualify by taking the assessment, go to Here4TN.com. Click here for the program flier.

Benefits Manager

Terrie Starling Employment Manager Brittney Murray

Senior Administrative Services Assistant

Alisha Boone

Sr. HR Consultant

Anesha Jones HR Consultant

Debbie Long HR Specialist Gina Curry

Insurance Coordinator

Brandi Martin

Employee Relations Specialist

Tarlesha Gales

Compensation Analyst

Chastity Pegues

HR Support Technician

Barica Horner

Human Resources Specialist

Cierra Richmond

Human Resources Assistant

Tracy Horton

Employee Relations Counselor

Gabrielle Marshall

Human Resources Assistant

Employee Assistance Program The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and behavioral health benefits are administered by Optum. EAP is designed to provide up to five free, confidential counseling services to all benefits eligible employees and their eligible dependents. EAP services are available to all benefits eligible employees and their eligible family members, even if they are not enrolled in medical insurance.

Master’s level specialists are available around the clock to assist with stress, legal, financial, mediation and work/life services. They can even help you find a network provider, a plumber who works nights, find services for your elderly parents, theater tickets, all-night pharmacies and so much more.

Preauthorization is required to utilize your employee Assistance Program.

Simply call 855.437.3486 or go to Here4TN.com to obtain your preauthorization.

If you prefer to access services over the phone, telephonic counseling is available as well as face-to-face appointments.

EAP sessions are now available through virtual visits. Virtual visits allow you to get the care you need sooner and in the privacy of your home. Call 855-Here4TN for assistance with an EAP authorization and a referral to an EAP virtual visits provider licensed in Tennessee.

THE HR REPORTER

EMPLOYMENT

APRIL-JUNE 2019

COMPENSATION Faculty and staff (full time) will receive a 2.0% or $1000 annual increase (whichever is larger) market-based adjustment in state base compensation. The increase is effective July 1st but will be reflected on August paychecks. You must be on payroll prior to July 1 to be eligible for this increase.

RESUME TIPS • Check, check, and recheck your resume for accuracy.

Don’t let spelling errors or misused words cause you to miss your dream job opportunity. Don’t rely on spell check. Have a friend review it with fresh eyes.

Pending approval by the UT Trustee Board there will be an increase in the minimum hourly wage to $15 per hour for regular employees. We also review compensation annually to ensure market-based equity and fairness across our multi-campus system.

• Use action verbs in your resume which demonstrate how you have made a difference (such as increased, reduced, improved, etc.). This shows how you have made a positive impact on the organization.

INTERVIEW TIP • Go to the interview with a short list of projects/ accomplishments of which you are most proud.

Incorporate these items into the appropriate interview question or mention at the end of the interview during the Q & A time.

Beginning July 1, 2019, the TN Division of Claims and Risk Management will assess a $500.00 departmental penalty:

MINORS ON CAMPUS

• Each time an injured worker seeks non-emergency medical treatment prior to reporting their injury to CorVel

Does your department have an upcoming program scheduled that:

and

• Is specifically geared toward minors (under age 18)?

• If an employee or employer does not report a work injury within (3) business days after sustaining said injury

• Is being sponsored by your department?

Please share this information with your employees!

• Is being held on UTHSC property?

The purpose of Workers’ Compensation is to provide care and compensation to University employees who are injured or contract an occupational illness in the course of employment. For additional information, visit uthsc.edu/ hr/employee-relations/workers-compensation.php.

Be sure to review SA0575 (Programs for Minors) policy for proper procedures. These procedures may also be found on the HR website at: uthsc.edu/hr/minors-oncampus.php.

THE HR REPORTER

APRIL-JUNE 2019

EMPLOYEE RELATIONS PROTECT YOUR INCOME AND BENEFITS! JOIN THE SICK LEAVE BANK!

SERVICE AWARDS CEREMONIES

Enrollment Period ends June 30, 2019

This years’ service award ceremony will be based on the anniversary dates that fall between January 1, 2019 and December 31, 2019 and will be held in the Student Alumni Center (SAC) O.D. Larry Dining Hall as follows:

To qualify for the Sick Leave Bank you must be a regular full or part time employee and have at least 48 accrued sick leave hours as of June 30. You will be required to make a one-time donation of 24 sick leave hours (prorated if part-time). You can learn more and download the enrollment form on our website.

ICE CREAM SOCIAL FOR SICK LEAVE BANK June 20th in the Plaza Lobby 12:00–2:00 pm

5 YEAR RECEPTION Date: July 16 Time: 1:00-2:00 pm

10, 15, AND 20 YEARS RECEPTION Date: August 13 Time: 1:00-2:00 pm

25+ YEARS LUNCHEON Date: October 15 Time 11:30 am-1:00 pm

NOTE: These events are open ONLY to award recipients and special invited guests.

YOUNG PROFESSIONALS

GROUP

The University of Tennessee Health Science Center is pleased to announce the establishment of the Young Professionals Group (YPG) as the latest employee resource group supported by Human Resources. Through YPG, UTHSC hopes to increase employee engagement and pave the path for the next generation of professionals while supporting the mission of the University. For more information about this group please email ypg@uthsc.edu or contact Brittney Murray, YPG Human Resources Liaison at 901.448.1062.

YPG Steering Committee (left to right) Michael Herr, II, Sophia Mosher, Brittney Murray, Daniel Cox, Cynthia Vincent, Dustin Fulton, Natalie Brewer, Tyrone Baker, Jr., Anesha Jones, and Xavier Agee

The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA/V institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services.

For more information, please contact: Human Resources | 910 Madison Avenue | Suite WP012, 1st Floor t 901.448.5600 | f 901.448.5170

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