1. I am having issues with ergonomics now that I am at home. Can UReturn help me? If so, how?
UReturn has and will assist with virtual assessments of your home workspace. We will also bring in the Department of Environmental Health & Safety (DEHS) resources if necessary. DEHS Links:
2. I applied for Short Term Disability through UNUM. My orthopedic surgery was cancelled at the last minute and I am not able to reschedule it at this time. I am having a lot of pain and am unable to do my job. Can you help me? (And other questions about UNUM benefits).
Please contact the University Employee Benefits office:
https://humanresources.umn.edu/benefits
Also please connect with your UReturn Access Consultant regarding possible workplace accommodations.
3. STD/FMLA and HR policy regarding pay when I can’t work from home, yet I am medically required to be at home- how/will I get paid?
Please contact your HR professional and/or employee Benefits:
https://humanresources.umn.edu/benefits
4. Do I need to disclose my underlying medical condition that may be adversely affected by COVID 19 exposure?
No. If you have been exposed to COVID 19, or tested positive for COVID 19, you will be asked to disclose this information from a public health standpoint (and take the proper precautions- self quarantine etc). You do not have an obligation to disclose additional diagnoses that may require additional steps be taken to avoid exposure, or additional accommodations to avoid exposure. DRC/UReturn can assist in maintaining your confidentiality as it relates to your personal health information outside of COVID 19.