If this person recommends the leave, the recommendation is then forwarded to the administrative authority for approval. The individual who recommends the leave is responsible for the availability of a position when the employee returns to work. However, just as in all requests for a leave of absence, the administrative authority will consider several conditions. The intent of this provision is to be supportive and accommodating about circumstances surrounding maternity, paternity, and adoption leave. The administrative authority approves a recommended leave of absence.
Approval depends on consideration of the conditions listed below.
The problems incurred in hiring a temporary replacement, if the department needs a replacement Benefits during a leave of absence Insurance plans An employee on leave of absence may continue participation in the group life insurance plan and the health care plans. However, the employee must continue paying the same premium amount. Staff who are on leave for medical reasons receive life insurance, at no charge, for the duration of the absence. Staff who are on leave for other reasons receive life insurance for three months. In Workers Compensation cases, if staff have used all benefit accruals, or if they choose not to use them, they can receive only the payment from Workers Compensation for 29 calendar days.