Patterns of abuse may be taking the same day of the week off on a regular basis, or taking sick time before or after a holiday, vacation or weekend. You may wish to contact the Department of Human Resources to discuss this type of situation. In such instances, disciplinary action may need to be considered. However, if the illness is of a chronic or recurring nature requiring recurring absences of one day or less, only one certificate is necessary for a period of six months. The College requires medical proof of illness of an employee on a medical leave of absence.
Medical clearance is required before an employee returns to work from a medical leave of absence.
Sick leave may be used because of death in the employee's immediate family. Reasonable proof is required to be submitted to the Department of Human Resources. Employees and their supervisors will be notified by the Department of Human Resources when an employee has used five consecutive sick days or more than 15 non-consecutive sick days in a twelve month period, requiring a doctor' s note. However, supervisors are responsible for monitoring attendance and taking appropriate action as well. Employees are required to call in before their scheduled work time when they are unable to work because of illness or injury in accordance with the policies in each unit.