The Visalia Office (150-04) of the San Joaquin Valley District has moved to a new location and is open effective November 2, 2020. The new office contact information is as follows: Visalia Branch Office3330 W. Mineral King, Suite CVisalia, CA 93291 County: TulareMain Phone Number: (559) 735-3838All staff phone numbers remain the same.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Resources – November
Welcome to the November edition of the EAP Monthly Update. Are you, or someone you know, a caregiver for a family member who is aging or has special needs? It is important that caregivers ask for help when they need it. Inside this month’s issue you will find information on: The monthly article that talks about …
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Interim Policy – Using Email for Electronic Signatures (Revised)
This memorandum serves to update the Interim Policy – Using Email for Electronic Signatures (published April 16, 2020, and later revised on May 8, 2020). Revisions to this policy are: (1) permitting use of email correspondence for electronic signature for a consent to release or obtain personal information (e.g., DR 260 Consent to Release and …
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Time Off to Vote
Election Day for the upcoming General Election is Tuesday, November 3, 2020, and the polls will be open from 7a.m. to 8 p.m. If you do not have sufficient time outside of your working hours to vote at this Statewide election, you may, without loss of pay, take off enough working time to enable you …
Reminder: Steps to Reduce Risk of COVID-19 in California State Facilities – Face Coverings and Masks
This is a reminder that face coverings must be worn by state employees in accordance with California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Guidelines. As more people return to the workplace, there is an increased risk of spread of the virus that causes COVID-19. Wearing a mask or cloth face covering can slow the spread of …
Form Updates – DR 158
The administrative form, DR 158 Property Transfers Report has been recently updated. The updated version is accessible on the DOR Intranet, Forms Management, by using the forms search to search by Form Number (without DR prefix), Form Title or Category. For general questions or feedback regarding departmental forms, they can be addressed by the DOR …
Leave Reduction Policy Update
In July 2020, per the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) Leave Balance Management Policy, Managers and Supervisors were notified of staff whose annual leave/vacation balances exceeded the state maximum of 640 hours, and were encouraged to work with those staff to implement leave balance reduction plans. The implementation of the 2020 Personal Leave Program (2020 PLP) …
Form Updates – DR 291
The DR 291 BEP Vendor Equipment Transfer Request has been updated. The updated version is accessible on the DOR Intranet, Forms Management, by using the forms search to search by Form Number (without DR prefix), Form Title or Category. If there are questions or concerns regarding this form, they should be directed the BEP Property …
DOR’s Online Survey Campaign
October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), and many campaigns and celebrations are taking place across our state and nation to raise awareness about disability employment issues. Let us continue to celebrate the many contributions of America's workers with disabilities. This month is a perfect time for all DOR staff to participate in DOR’s …
Career Development Program Brownbag Workshop – October 21, 2020 from 12:00 – 1:00 P.M.
You are cordially invited to the free Career Development Program Brownbag sessions sponsored by the Asian Pacific State Employee Association (APSEA) and Association of California State Employees with Disabilities (ACSED), and co-sponsored by the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR). The first session is scheduled for Wednesday, October 21, 2020 from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm. Session …
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