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Are Your Health and Wellness Programs Making the Cut

WebThere is not one nonprofit organization that wants to cut programs it believes furthers its mission. But too often, nonprofits keep programs long after they’ve stopped being effective and worth the cost. Sometimes it is necessary to scale back or even eliminate programs so that funds can be better spent launching new initiatives that help […]

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HR Question: Stress on the Job

WebQuestion: An employee says that the stress of the job is affecting their mental health.How should we handle this? Answer: This employee may just need to talk through their concerns and get your help prioritizing or delegating. They may, for example, feel like every single thing on their to-do list is life-or-death by Friday at close of business, when …

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Managing Stress and Personal Well Being During a Crisis

WebIt’s natural to feel stressed or anxious when presented with unprecedented circumstances. The coronavirus or COVID-19 continues to present new and unique challenges that evolve every day. Nonprofit employers are navigating unchartered waters and their employees are along for the ride. Many are working from home for the first …

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Employee Engagement Toolkit for Nonprofits

WebWhen you download the Employee Engagement Toolkit, you'll get access to a helpful employer checklist, a survey template and best practice tips—all designed to help nonprofit leaders develop engagement strategies that support their dedicated staff during times of uncertainty. Plus, you'll have access to our on-demand webinar, which provides

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[On-Demand Webinar] ACA Fines Are Here: What You Need to …

Web[Webinar Recording] Exclusive Ways for Nonprofits to Fund Health and Unemployment Insurance. UST has partnered with mission-driven health insurance broker Nonstop Administration & Insurance Services, Inc. (Nonstop) to offer an educational webinar recording that is designed to showcase insights and proven solutions aimed at lowering …

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Case Study: Why Knowledge is Power

WebThe Council of Community Clinics provides centralized support services to 16-member community clinic and health center organizations operating nearly 100 sites in California’s San Diego, Imperial, and Riverside counties.Their mission is to represent and support community clinics and health centers in their efforts to provide access to quality health …

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Case Study: Protection When You Most Need It

WebThe South Central Behavioral Health Network (SCBHN) is made up of 39 mental health and substance abuse programs that are funded by the Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services. Focusing on programs that benefit the homeless and addicted populations served by member agencies, SCBHN runs multiple programs that offer …

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- Case Study: Protection When You Most Need It

WebThe South Central Behavioral Health Network (SCBHN) is made up of 39 mental health and substance abuse programs that are funded by the Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services.

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Nonprofit Job Board

WebFounded in 1969, the National Council for Mental Wellbeing is a membership organization that drives policy and social change on behalf of nearly 3,500 mental health and substance use treatment organizations and the more than 10 million children, adults and families they serve. Job Board. 8000.

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Contact Us Fill Out Form to Contact UST

WebTalk to a UST Advisor. Hours of Operation: 6 AM (PDT) – 5 PM (PDT) EMAIL: [email protected]. MEMBER EMAIL: [email protected]. PHONE: 1-888-249-4788. FAX: 1-805-566-4921. Mailing Address:

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The Importance of Having a Sick Day Policy

WebSick employees are bad for business – plain and simple. They can wreak havoc on the workplace in many ways – spreading germs, putting additional stress on co-workers who have to pick up the slack or even creating tension amongst the team. While it might seem great to have such dedicated employees who are willing […]

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COVID-19 Resource Center Nonprofits FAQs

WebUST has been supporting nonprofit employers for over 35 years. We know many of you have questions about how the COVID-19 crisis and associated public health response will continue to impact your organization. Below, we’ve compiled some of the most commonly asked questions nonprofits are asking about the latest unemployment and workforce

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Creating An Employee Handbook for Nonprofits

WebCreating an employee handbook provides a cornerstone reference guide for an organization. It serves as a central source of information about policies, procedures, and the organization’s culture. For nonprofits, especially, where resources can be limited and roles diverse, the importance of an employee handbook is immense. A well-crafted HR …

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- Unemployment Services Trust Partners With Maryland …

WebSummary: Partnership creates potential savings for many nonprofits in the state of Maryland, reports the Unemployment Services Trust. The Unemployment Services Trust (UST) and Maryland Nonprofits are proud to announce that they are joining forces to work with nonprofit organizations in Maryland to help save money on unemployment …

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Addressing Burnout & Compassion Fatigue In Nonprofit Employees

WebEssentially, compassion fatigue means that a person working continuously under strenuous conditions no longer feels able to care about the people they serve. Often, these individuals get to this point by minimizing their own suffering. In fact, industry reports have found that 62% of people who engage in emotional work tend to hide their

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HR Question: Hiring Gender Specific For Home Care

WebAnswer: In the event of an after-hours voluntary party, where there are no consequences for not attending, there is no requirement to compensate a nonexempt employee under wage and hour regulations. However, in the event that a party is held during any portion of an employee’s normally scheduled work hours and the employee is …

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- The Importance of Having a Sick Day Policy

WebSick employees are bad for business – plain and simple. They can wreak havoc on the workplace in many ways - spreading germs, putting additional stress on co-workers who have to pick up the slack or even creating tension amongst the team.

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HR Question: Requesting a Fit-for-Duty Certification

WebQuestion: If a new hire volunteers information about medical issues, can the employer ask for a doctor’s fit-for-duty certification? Answer: Exercise caution in requesting medical documentation from applicants or employees, unless the applicant or employee is specifically requesting some form of accommodation in order to do his/her job or the …

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Financially Responsible vs. Frugal Tendencies

WebIn the nonprofit sector, technology has provided many advances and fine-tuned processes for communication, workflows and overall functionality in the workplace environment. It has also created more of an awareness and comradery around health and wellness. Having a workplace wellness plan is an effective way to engage and increase …

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