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DHS is committed to providing employees and their families with resources and programs that help promote a balanced, healthy approach to life in the workplace and at home.

Click on any of the topics below to access information about the programs, resources, and policies that are helping DHS employees and their families live more fulfilling, productive lives.
      
      Employee Assistance ProgramsLearn about free services available to DHS employees, including child care support, financial consultation, legal aid, counseling, and more.
                                                        Employee Assistance Programs
                                                                          
                      Employee AssociationsJoin one of the many employee-led groups that promote a supportive, diverse, inclusive workplace culture at DHS.
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                      Leave PolicyDHS offers employees a wide range of leave options and workplace flexibilities, including sick leave, annual leave, a voluntary leave transfer program, and more.
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                      Parenting & Child CareAccess benefits, resources, and programs available to DHS parents and their children.
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                      Transportation BenefitsFind out about resources that can make your daily commute and your longer trips a little easier.
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                      VolunteeringDHS supports employee efforts to improve communities, change lives, and discover enriching experiences through volunteering.
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                      Workers' CompensationLearn about considerations and benefits DHS employees or their dependents who experience work-related injury or occupational disease may be eligible to receive.
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                      Workplace FlexibilitySome DHS components and offices allow Alternative Work Schedules (AWS) and teleworking.
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USCIS: uscisworklife@uscis.dhs.gov

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