SEIU Local 1000 has been in regular communication with Governor
Newsom’s administration, CalHR, and state departments to ensure
that CDPH and CDC guidelines are being followed and that our
members’ health and safety are at the forefront of
decision-making during this time of crisis.
We have developed a set of principles to guide our conversations
with the various state agencies and departments. These principles
reflect our purpose, our values, and our fundamental belief that
employers should:
- Protect employees from financial hardship during a time of
crisis
- Develop and implement telework policies and flexible work
schedules wherever possible
- Provide employees the necessary equipment to do our jobs and
the proper environment to remain safe in the process
- Communicate regularly and often with employees to educate,
empower, and reduce the spread of the virus
These principles are guiding our discussions and engagement with
CalHR and state departments. As a result of our discussions,
CalHR has issued updated guidance as of Wednesday, March 18,
2020, which you can find on the top right-hand side of the
screen.
Online Resources: We will be regularly updating
this page with relevant information for SEIU Local 1000 members.
Member Resource Center: We are adapting our
Member Resource Center (MRC) operation to be able to respond to
all of the calls in this environment. Members will be able to
leave a message at 866.471.7348 which will be routed and
responded to directly from the appropriate person inside the
organization. Those calls will be responded to during normal MRC
hours of Monday – Friday from 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
There are resources available to supplement what departments are
providing and to educate our members and the public on the most
up-to-date information concerning COVID-19.
Employment Development Department – Direct Lines for State
Workers
Disability Insurance for State Employees: 1-866-352-7675
Paid Family Leave for State Employees: 1-877-945-4747
FAQ
on Eligibility for Disability, Unemployment, and Paid Family
Leave
Public Health Guidance (California Department of Public Health)
Guidance on Gathering in English
and
en Espanol
COVID-19 Daily Updates
and
Additional Resources
Daily News Releases
Additional Benefits for Workers (Labor and Workforce Development
Agency)
COVID-19
Resource Page
Worker
Benefits Summary Chart
