Application for benefits is made through the Personnel Department. Eligibility, disability determination and benefits payable are subject to the provisions of the respective plans. In all cases proof of disability is required. An employee's absence will run concurrently with any FMLA entitlement under the County's Family and Medical Leave policy. Retirement benefits begin, whichever comes first.
Eligibility is effective the first of the month following the service anniversary data.
The new maximum benefit period will be effective on the service anniversary date providing the employees is actively at work on that date or on the first day following a return to active duty. Exempt Service employees shall be immediately eligible upon exhaustion of accumulated Extended Illness leave. No amount will be payable for cosmetic surgery unless as a result of accidental bodily injury paid under the Group Health Insurance Plan. The County will continue to pay its portion of the premium for all insurance benefits while the employee is receiving short term disability income. An employee, who is totally disabled on the date of termination of employment, will receive the same disability benefits as though still employed.