Benefits to Support Employees

Aligned with the ��Vlog�ƽ��'s Catholic and Jesuit Mission, we foster a culture of care grounded in cura personalis. Our comprehensive benefits program supports the health, wellbeing, and financial security of employees and their families -- empowering our community to thrive, grow, and contribute meaningfully to the University's continued impact and future success.

Our benefits package includes:

Annual 1095-C Employer-Provided Health Insurance Offer and Coverage Statement

As part of the Affordable Care Act (ACA) reporting requirements, Form 1095 provides information about your health coverage during the previous year.

For active benefit eligible employees, your 1095 Form for the 2025 health plan year is available and may be viewed on your Employee Dashboard on the my.scranton portal.

Step-by-step instructions are listed below:

Log into my.scranton
From Home Page click the drop-down “Main Menu” icon found in the upper left corner
Select “Employee” tab
In the “Find Cards” section, type Employee Self-Service
From the “Employee Self-Service” card, select Employee Dashboard
Scroll down on the “Employee Dashboard” to select Taxes
Select “1095-C Employer Provided Health Insurance Offer and Coverage Statement”
Select the desired tax year
Click “Printable 1095-C to print or to save as a PDF for your records

Per the Paperwork Burden Reduction Act (PBRA), the University is no longer required to mail the 1095 forms to individuals. However, current and former employees may request a copy of your Form 1095 at any time by contacting the Office of Human Resources Benefits Team. You can reach us at HR@��Vlog�ƽ��.edu or 570-941-7767.

Please note that copies will be provided upon request and may take 3 business days to process.

Health, Dental, Prescription and Vision

The ��Vlog�ƽ�� offers individual and/or dependent coverage to benefit eligible employees, with a choice of two active medical plans which include prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage. Employees may also opt out of health insurance coverage.

Please Note: A Highmark Enrollment form must be completed when a staff or full-time faculty member changes address, marital status, and/or benefit plan enrollment. All forms need to be completed and returned to the Human Resources office within 30 days of the event and/or status change.

Plan election changes may be made during the open enrollment period which takes place during the month of November each year. These changes take effect on January 1 of each year. Outside of Open Enrollment, changes in enrollment can only be made following a "qualifying life event." A qualifying life event includes loss of other coverage, marriage, divorce, birth, or adoption, or change in eligibility for Medicare or CHIP. Forms need to be completed and returned to the Human Resources office within 30 days of the qualifying event and/or status change.

Add a Spouse:

In addition to the Highmark Enrollment form, please attach a copy of marriage certificate.
If a spouse will also maintain other primary insurance, please provide a copy of both primary insurance card and insurance information (effective date, medical, vision and/ or dental coverage).
If a spouse no longer has primary insurance, please provide termination of coverage letter.

Add a Dependent

In addition to the Highmark Enrollment form, please attach a copy of birth certificate and provide social security number.
For a newborn, if you do not have the Social Security number, return the Benefit Form and provide HR with the Social Security number when issued.

Delete a Spouse

In addition to the Highmark Enrollment form, please attach a copy of the divorce decree.
Please attach a copy of QDRO, if applicable.

Add Children/Stepchildren

In addition to the Highmark Enrollment form, please attach a copy of the previous year’s tax return indicating reported dependents.

Medical:

Plan features include: $0 in-network deductible; $20 primary care/$30 specialist office visit copay; $50 ER co-pay

RX Benefit is $10/$20/$35 copay structure

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Highmark Enrollment Form

Dental:

Plan benefit 100% for diagnostic, preventive and basic services, 80% periodontics and 50% for major services with a $2,000 annual per member max. Orthodontia is covered at 50%, with a lifetime max benefit of $1,200 for children to age 19

Vision: Highmark Fashion Advantage

Plan covers exams and lens/frame allowance every 24 months; every 12 months for children under age 19

Telemedicine Services -

SwiftMD is now ReviveHealth, Inc. (“Revive”). The service has a new name and updated look, but the benefit remains the same with 24/7/365 access to virtual care - anytime, anywhere.

Employees enrolled in benefits and their covered dependents can talk to a doctor 24/7 at no additional cost for co-pays and consult fees.

New Members: View the to learn how to register and begin using the service.

Existing Members: View thefor information on logging in and navigating the updated platform.

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA):

FSAs allow benefit eligible employees the opportunity to set aside money on a pre-tax basis for certain expenses not covered under existing benefit programs.

Spending account elections are made during the annual open enrollment period with an effective date of January 1, except in the case of life event changes, which must be submitted to the Office of Human Resources within 30 days of the qualifying life event.

Employee Assistance Program

In addition to the mental and behavioral health benefits available through all University health insurance plans, employees and their eligible family members have access to the University's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Bree Health.

Bree Health provides confidential, professional support to help individuals navigate personal, family, financial, legal, and workplace challenges. Services are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, through an easy-to-use web platform and mobile app.

Available Services

Employees and eligible family members have access to confidential counseling and certified life coaching services for a variety of personal and professional concerns, including:

Stress and anxiety management

Career development and workplace challenges

Relationship and family concerns

Work-life balance

Personal growth and well-being

When life's challenges arise, immediate support is available. Bree Health provides:

24/7 access to licensed mental health professionals
Confidential and secure services
Immediate emotional support when needed

Coverage for employees and eligible family members

Bree Health offers confidential assistance for individuals concerned about alcohol or substance use, those in recovery, and family members supporting a loved one.

Services include:

Assessment and referral to appropriate treatment programs

Confidential counseling and coaching

Family support resources

Educational materials and recovery information

Referrals to local support groups and community resources

Bree Health's Solutions Paths provide customized guidance tailored to individual needs and goals. Using AI-powered technology, participants receive personalized recommendations, tools, resources, and ongoing support in areas such as:

Career and education

Family and relationships

Financial wellness

Physical health

Mental well-being

Spirituality and religion

Contact Information

To access Bree Health services:

Phone: 1-800-EAP-CALL (1-800-327-2255)

Website:

Company ID: 1549

To register, employees will need their first and last name, email address, ZIP code, date of birth, and the last four digits of their Social Security number.

All services are confidential, and support is available whenever you need it.

Life & Disability Insurance/FMLA

The University provides each full-time staff and full-time faculty member with a life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment benefit.

Life Insurance:

Plan features include:

$100,000 Benefit for Faculty, Administrators and Professional Staff

$50,000 Benefit for Clerical and Maintenance Staff

Employees age 70 and above receive an automatic reduction to $10,000 of coverage.

Coverage begins on the first day of the first full month of employment.

A current completed beneficiary form should be on file in the Office of Human Resources. You may change your beneficiary designation at any time.

, please complete the appropriate forms and return to the Office of Human Resources.

Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance:

Voluntary supplemental life insurance is also available for full-time employees and family members through payroll deductions.

Full-time staff and faculty may apply for voluntary life insurance upon hire and initial eligibility for benefits, mid-year qualifying life event or during annual open enrollment (November). Please note our life insurance carrier, CIGNA/New York Life, may require medical evidence of insurability prior to approving your application for voluntary life insurance.

, please complete the appropriate forms and return to the Office of Human Resources.

Voluntary Life Insurance Term Life Flyer

Critical Illness:

Critical Illness coverage pays a lump-sum benefit for a diagnosis of a covered illness or specific event, like a heart attack or stroke.

Critical Illness Flyer

Leave of Absence

The ��Vlog�ƽ�� provides a variety of benefits allowing for time away from work. Employee status, length of service and nature of the situation will determine the type of leave and pay status of this time away from work.

FMLA - Medical Leave of Absence (for employee or qualifying family member)
Military Leave of Absence (USERRA)
Work Related Injury & Workers' Compensation

To review your vacation, sick, and personal time balances, please log into your portal and click Employee Dashboard. For additional information on leaves of absences, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (570)941-7767 or via email at hr@scranton.edu

Disability:

Short-term Disability

10-day elimination period for staff. Benefit is 100% salary continuance up to 180 days for an approved claim

A medical release from the health care provider is required before returning from a disability absence.

Long-term Disability

180 day elimination period (Approved STD). Benefit is 66 2/3% monthly salary (max. $10,000/month) up to SSNR (Social Security Normal Retirement Age)

Retirement plan contributions continue

Participation with health plan at cost share for 30 months

Retirement Plan

The ��Vlog�ƽ�� Retirement Plan provides for income in retirement.

Retirement Plan: TIAA

Plan Features include:

Vesting is 100% immediately upon enrollment of the plan

For full time staff members and Faculty, participation is mandatory and begins the first day of the plan year (6/1 and 9/1 respectively) following six months of service and 1000 hours worked.

Contributions for Professional Staff and Administrators, and for Faculty, total 12% of salary and are shared by the University and the employees according to a salary-based schedule. The University contributes between 8% and the employee contributes between 4%.

Employees in clerical and maintenance positions do not have a Mandatory Employee contribution to the plan. These eligible employees receive a 8% Contribution from the University.

Voluntary Retirement Plan: TIAA

There is no waiting period for enrollment.

Maximum annual contribution limits are set by the Internal Revenue Service.

Tuition Remission

The University provides tuition remission benefits to eligible staff based on their continuous years of service or their adjusted service date, if applicable, so they may pursue opportunities for personal and educational development by matriculating in University of ��Vlog�ƽ�� courses for credit. The University also provides tuition remission for spouses and children of eligible full-time staff. Before the tuition remission benefit can be applied, the employee and/or their dependent must first meet the admission requirements for the chosen program of study.

Full-time regular staff, employed on the first day of the session, may take two courses, for a total of 6 credits in any combination, free of tuition charges for each traditional semester timeframe, defined as intersession, spring, summer and fall semester. Tuition charges beyond two courses a semester are not paid under this policy.

Part-time staff working at least half time and employed on the first day of the session are eligible for two courses, for a total of 6 credits in any combination, during the academic year (1 September to 31 August). Spouses and children of part-time staff are not eligible for a tuition benefit.

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