Catastrophic Leave

Overview

Catastrophic Leave
Transfer of Leave Credits, Work and Family Program

Article 8.8 of your union contract defines your right to transfer leave credits. Your Local 1000 contract guarantees family medical leave, parental leave or adoption leave.

  • Leave credits can be transferred between family members or to other persons residing in the immediate household who are also state employees.
  • Leave credits can be transferred from one or more employees to another employee for financial hardship due to injury or the prolonged illness of the employee.
  • Leave credits include Compensated Time Off (CTO), personal leave, annual leave, vacation, personal day, and/or holiday credit. Sick leave credits cannot be transferred.
  • Transfers must be approved by the department director or designee and in accordance with departmental policies.
  • Transfer of leave credits are permitted between departments.
  • The receiving employee must have exhausted all leave credits prior to receiving donated leave.
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Member in need
Member Name: William “Bill” Thomas

Department:             Commission on Teacher Credentialing
Date Received:         Jan 30, 2023

Reason:                    
Bill has been suffering from the long-term effects of COVID since the fall of 2022. He has exhausted his leave balances and is still unable to return to work. Help from his union brothers and sisters would be appreciated.

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Member in need
Member Name: Josh Guile

Department:             Secretary of State’s Office
Date Received:         Feb 1, 2023

Reason:                    
DLC 768 President Josh Guile has had to take an extended leave because of the serious medical condition of a family member.  Because of the time needed to care for this loved one, Josh’s leave balances will shortly be exhausted. Any donations are appreciated.