Regular Full-time, Part-time I, and Part-time II employees, and their dependents become eligible to join the employee-employer contributory Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance plans the first of the month following 30 days of employment in a benefit eligible position. These optional coverages are available for a charge, which is deducted from the paycheck on a pre-tax basis.
Short-term disability is offered to all full-time employees (as defined in the Summary Plan Description) who choose to participate in the plan.
Long-term disability benefits start when the short-term benefits stop after 26 weeks, or six consecutive months of total disability. Documentation from a licensed physician stating the medical reasons for inability to work and the appropriate length of time during which the employee will be disabled must be provided. Benefits under the plan are equal to 50% of the base monthly salary, up to $10,000 a month.
Long-term disability payments are fully taxable. This benefit is provided without charge to the employee. This benefit is not transferable upon separation.