2023 HR Insider Newsletter Spring edition

Spring 2023

Wellness Vision Discount Program

2nd Quarter Training/Events Training PROCUREMENT, CONTRACTING & CONTRACTORS

The EAA offers a vision discount program through Guardian. The Guardian Davis Vision Access plan gives you discounts on vision care services or supplies from your vision provider, if they are under contract with the Davis Vision network. If you are a qualified member, you must pay the entire discounted fee directly to the Davis Vision network provider. Discounts are only available from providers who are members of the Davis Vision network.

April 19, 2023

TIME: 10:00 - 11:00 LOCATION/PLATEFORM: VIRTUAL/ZOOM

The EAA policy is to secure the highest quality goods and services for EAA funds available. This includes awar- ding contracts to those vendors that provide the most advantageous goods capable of meeting the needs of the or- ganization. This session will review the EAA Procurement Procedures, M/WBE Program & Inclusion Initiatives. Topics include: Procurement thresholds and types; Procurement Methods; Contracts and Agreements; M/WBE Click to JOIN ZOOM on the day of the event.

To find a Davis network doctor, visit: www. guardianlife.com or call 1-800-999-5431 In addition to the Guardian Davis Vision Ac - cess plan, BCBS also offers a vision discount program through EyeMed Vision Care. The EyeMed Vision Discount through Blue365 offers savings on eyeglasses, contact lens - es, eye exams, accessories and laser vision correction. The EyeMed network consists of

AVERAGE DISCOUNTS Eye Exams

15% off usual charge Frames, Standard Lenses and Lens Options 20% - 80% off usual charge Contact Lens 10% - 20% off usual charge Contact Lens Professional Services 15% - 25% off usual charge Laster Surgery Up to 25% off usual charge

NEOGOV eForms: request to Attend a Conference, Training, Symposium

April 25, 2023

TIME: 10:00 - 11:00 LOCATION/PLATEFORM: VIRTUAL/ZOOM

This training will review the process for submitting a Request to Attend a Conference, Training Symposium onli- ne via Neogov. Topics include: How to complete a conference request, how to upload supporint documentation and how to navigate NEOGOV to ensure approval has been received. Click to JOIN ZOOM on the day of the event.

major national and regional retail locations, such as Lenscrafters, Pearl Vision, Target Optical, and JCPenney Op - tical, as well as independent ophthalmologists and optometrists. Visit eyemedexchange.com/blue365, click Find a Provider and begin your search. Be sure the Advantage network is selected. Please note: discounts cannot be combined. Reliance Standard Employee Assistance Program As a reminder, the Employee Assistance Program through ACI Specialty Benefits offers information, advice, and support on a wide range of everyday issues, including stress, anxiety, parenting, grief, anger management, al-

CYBER SECURITYAWARENESS TRAINING MANDATORY FOR EAA STAFF LOCATION/PLATEFORM: VIRTUAL/ZOOM

May 18, 2023

Local government entity employees who have access to a local government computer system or database and elected officials must take a DIR-certified cybersecurity course as required by Texas Government Code Section 2054.5191. On May 18th, staff will receive an external email from Neogov Learn indicating a learning assignment indicating a learning assignment has been activated. Staff may click the link in this email to be directed to the NeoGov log - in page. Once logged in to Neogov, navigate to your Dashboard > Training Tasks. Training must be completed within 14 days of enrollment. Since Neogov maintains Certificates of Completion in the the employee profile, staff does not need to forward these to HR.

cohol or drug problems, legal concerns, financial assistance and more. To contact the EAP, call 1-855-775-4357. ACI also offers a free Mem - ber Portal & App account. To create your new account, visit http://myassistanceprogram. com/rsl/ and use company code RSLI859 to create your new account. The Member Portal offers a variety of services such as wellness articles, credit card payoff calculator, legal form templates such as wills, and videos.

ACI Webinar: Balancing Work and Family Thursday, June 21st, 10:00 - 11:00 Location/Plateform: Virtual/Zoom Many people worry that their family life is suffering at the expense of their job. Employees often feel

TCDRS RETIREMENT SEMINAR & INDIVIDUAL COUNSELING

May 24, 2023

TIME: 10:00 - 11:00 LOCATION/PLATEFORM: VIRTUAL/ZOOM

This seminar will be an overview of retirement benefits through TCDRS. Learn how the TCDRS plan works, beneficiary details, survivor benefits, vesting and retirement eligibility requirements. Stay tuned for more details including the link to register for the session and one-on-one counseling.

overwhelmed and report lacking personal and family quality time. This seminar teaches practical solu- tions for saying “no” to unnecessary commitments, determining SMART goals, and effectively managing time. Discover techniques for fin - ding a balance between personal and professional goals and responsibili- ties. Register in advance for this meeting.

FIELD SAFETY PROTOCOLS TRAINING MANDATORY FOR FIELD PERSONNEL TIME: 10:00 - 11:00 LOCATION/PLATEFORM: VIRTUAL/ZOOM

June 1, 2023

This training will discuss common EAAworking environments and safety protocols for those who perform duties out in the field. Topics include situational awareness, slips/falls prevention, lift/ladder safety, proper use of field equipment, vehicle inspection, driver safety, and personal protective equipment (PPE). While this training is open to all staff, it is mandatory for field personnel. Field personnel who are unable to attend this session, should reach out to Human resources as soon as possible for alternative training arrangements. Click to JOIN ZOOM on the day of the event.

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