The Department of Rehabilitation (DOR) prides itself on setting the example for inclusion for individuals with disabilities in California’s workforce. As such, DOR has launched a Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) workgroup, designed to identify and break down barriers for underrepresented groups of employees, create a more supportive internal work culture, and develop a statewide workforce …
Introducing the DOR’s New Learning Management System!
Exciting news! The Department of Rehabilitation is introducing the rollout of a new Learning Management System (LMS), Blackboard. What is an LMS? An LMS is just what it sounds like: A place where learning is managed. Currently all trainings are tracked by a paper/spreadsheet process, and Adobe Connect has been used as the primary tool …
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Updated Guidance on Administrative Time Off – COVID19
This communication is about the impacts of Coronavirus (COVID-19) for staff who may be affected by school closures and events related to COVID-19. Below is guidance on telework and the authorized use of Administrative Time Off (ATO) for employees. Employees subject to quarantine An employee who is subject to quarantine or self-monitoring will be provided …
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REMINDER: LGBTQ+ and Mental Health Disabilities Surveys (Requesting your Participation)
Thank you to those who have shared your experiences and opinions by completing the survey questions. If you have not already done so, please take five minutes to complete the surveys by COB, Friday, March 13. Your anonymous responses will help DOR to improve our workplace for persons who are members of the LGBTQ+ community …
Guidance on Coronavirus (COVID-19)
On February 27, state health officials and Governor Gavin Newsom provided a public briefing on the state’s response to novel coronavirus, also known as COVID-19. They stressed that the health risk to the general public in California remains low at this time and state and local health officials are actively engaged in preparation to keep Californians …
Group Legal 2020 Open Enrollment
The open enrollment period for Group Legal is March 1, 2020 through April 30, 2020. During open enrollment, eligible employees may enroll and employees currently enrolled may change their plan coverage options to add or delete dependents. Group Legal is now offering online enrollment for active employees. Eligible state employees can enroll online by …
Mental Health Disabilities Survey (Requesting your Participation)
The DOR has commenced a Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Workgroup to develop and implement internal efforts to expand a culture of inclusion and diversity reflective of the communities in California and the consumers we serve. The Workgroup will identify, implement and evaluate initiatives to improve and promote an inclusive and equitable climate for DOR employees …
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LGBTQ+ Survey (Requesting your Participation)
The DOR has commenced a Diversity and Inclusion (D&I) Workgroup to develop and implement internal efforts to expand a culture of inclusion and diversity reflective of the communities in California and the consumers we serve. The Workgroup will identify, implement and evaluate initiatives to improve and promote an inclusive and equitable climate for DOR employees …
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Resources
Welcome to the March Edition of the EAP When we make the choice to be kind and less critical, we feel better and are more forgiving of our own faults as well. Inside this month’s issue you will find information on: New EAP website launch – March 1!!The monthly article which describes how kindness benefits …
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Flu Season and Illness Prevention
The purpose of this communication is to provide information regarding influenza (flu) season and resources available for illness prevention. Employees are encouraged to stay home or go home if they show signs of flu symptoms, following office protocol for requesting leave. There are several types of leave for employees to use while off work due …
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