Life Enhancement Sample Clauses
The Life Enhancement clause is designed to outline provisions or benefits that improve the quality of life for individuals covered by an agreement or policy. This may include access to wellness programs, mental health resources, or lifestyle benefits such as gym memberships or counseling services. By specifying these enhancements, the clause ensures that parties receive additional support beyond basic requirements, addressing well-being and promoting a healthier, more balanced lifestyle.
Life Enhancement. The Public Authority will provide a tuition reimbursement program for Independent Providers. Independent Providers shall be reimbursed from this fund a maximum of $350.00 annually (January 1 through December 31) for the cost of tuition and texts (but no other materials) to attend programs or courses for education and training under the following conditions:
1) Courses must enhance the effectiveness of the Independent Provider and/or provide value to the care of the Consumer.
2) The program or course must be done while on off-duty status.
3) Prior to enrolling in the program The Independent Provider must submit to the Public Authority an application on a form provided by the Public Authority listing the name of the program or course, purpose of the program or course, the instructor(s) and the dates of attendance. This application form must be submitted no less than thirty (30) calendar days prior to the beginning date of the course or program. The Public Authority will review the application and notify the Independent Provider of approval or disapproval within ten (10) working days following receipt of the application.
4) The Independent Provider must both begin and successfully complete the program or course while employed by a Consumer or while in active status with the IHSS Program.
5) Upon completion of the program or course, the Independent Provider must submit to the Public Authority a request for reimbursement together with any receipts for tuition and texts accompanied by a copy of the school grade report or a certificate of successful completion.
6) Should the amount dedicated to the Job Development Fund be exhausted in any given year, further applications will not be accepted that year.
7) An Independent Provider may be enrolled in the Job Development and Life Enhancement Program concurrently.
8) If, due to unforeseen circumstances, the Independent Provider is no longer employed by the consumer, s/he may complete any class/es for which s/he is registered.
9) The Independent Provider will not be allowed to enroll in new courses until reemployed by a consumer.