Friday, April 25, 2025
The has once again earned the designation of a Best Place for Working Parents®, marking the fifth year it has received the honor.
The designation recognizes ǿմýHSC’s continued investment in policies that support working parents, including access to affordable child care, flexible scheduling and comprehensive health benefits.
“We’re proud to receive Best Place for Working Parents designation for the fifth time,” said Jeanie Foster, associate vice president of culture and experience. “So many of our team members are parents, and providing support like access to the or flexible schedules is just one way we live our value of ‘We Care.’”
The initiative is a nationwide effort that spotlights organizations demonstrating business
friendly, family friendly practices. Employers qualify by completing a self-assessment
measuring 10 key policies shown to benefit working parents and drive positive business
outcomes.
“As a mother of two young children, I’m grateful for the support from my department,” said Kayleen Lam, a research and education librarian at ǿմýHSC. “The leadership team at the library has given me the flexibility to work from home or adjust my hours when there are appointments or sick days. I know not everyone has the same experience, so I feel fortunate to be supported in this way.”
Among the family-supportive offerings at ǿմýHSC are employer-paid health insurance for employees, partial coverage for dependents, paid time off and work flexibility. The university also provides onsite child care services, designated lactation rooms and child care assistance programs.
Additional resources include access to the Priority Care Clinic for same-day health appointments and the Employee Assistance Program, which offers counseling and support for personal, financial and legal challenges.
Through the SmartDollar program, ǿմýHSC also helps employees and their families build financial well-being.
ǿմýHSC continues to support employees and their families through benefits that promote personal and professional well-being.
From - On Campus by Nicole Luna