June 2019: Volume 2, Issue 2
Our Mission: To provide merit-based, innovative workforce solutions which enable state government to attract, develop and retain a productive, diverse and engaged workforce that excels in delivering quality services to the citizens of Louisiana.
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Disability Awareness and Disability Etiquette
Web-based Trainings Now Available in LEO
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CPTP Disability Awareness WBT
Knowing that a person has a disability may lead us to assume that the person is unable to perform a job or task effectively. This is a false narrative. As state employees, it is our responsibility to create an inclusive workplace, free from judgment and fear. This course will help you identify your role in creating a work environment where everyone is valued and people with disabilities are appreciated. In this course, you will learn to:
- Recognize the different types of disabilities
- Reduce personal bias towards people with disabilities
- Foster positive relationships with people who have disabilities
CPTP Disability Etiquette WBT
What is not familiar is uncomfortable. We shouldn't feel awkward or embarrassed when we are around people with disabilities. This course will show you strategies to create an inclusive and friendly environment, where everyone feels welcome and valued. In this course, you will learn strategies to:
- Interact respectfully with people with disabilities
- Use people first language
- Apply specific etiquette for different types of disabilities
Both courses can be found in LEO by typing “Disability” in the Find box on your My Training page.
We encourage you to explore these and the more than 250 other courses and resources CPTP has to offer on LEO.
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June Marks Beginning of Hurricane Season
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"When severe weather strikes, will you be ready? It's critical that you are, for your safety and your family's. The key is to have a winning game plan."
See preparedness tips, what do after a flood, storm damage resource center and more.
"One of the most important assets we have in Louisiana is our people and their willingness to pitch in and help their neighbors in a time of crisis. It truly says a lot about the Louisiana spirit," said Lt. Governor Billy Nungesser. "Through Volunteer Louisiana, we want to get people connected with the right trainings. This will help in the coordination of volunteer efforts when federal assistance is not available."
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Outstanding Human Resources Program Evaluations
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State Civil Service would like to announce two outstanding Human Resources Program Evaluations recently conducted by their Accountability Division.
Elayn Hunt Correctional Center and South Central Louisiana Human Services Authority
received an outstanding evaluation with 100% compliance in all categories audited. The State Civil Service Accountability Division is responsible for providing an objective evaluation of the human resource practices used by state agencies to manage the classified work force. It assesses the effectiveness of those practices and the overall adherence to merit principles and compliance with State Civil Service rules.
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Elayn Hunt Correctional Center
Trey Kelly, HR Analyst; Lanee Brown, SCS Accountability Assistant Administrator; Kristie Wiley, HR Manager; Dedra Scott, HR Analyst; Maegon Ruiz, HR Analyst; Darryl Campbell, Assistant Warden
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South Central LA Human Services Authority
Macy Richard, HR Analyst; Jackie Webre, HR Analyst; Melicia Levron, SPHR HR Director; Rob Wood, SCS Accountability Consultant Specialist; Lisa Schilling, LMSW Executive Director; Kristin Bonner, RN, BSN Deputy Director; Amy Walker, HR Specialist
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Other excellent evaluations recently conducted, having minimal deficiencies were:
Louisiana Correctional Institute for Women
Department of Insurance
Eastern Louisiana Mental Health System
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The evaluation reports received by these agencies show the value and importance of excellence they place on human resources management in state government. It is rarely an easy task to receive this type of report as agencies face the many complex challenges in human resources.
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Are You Ready to Retire?
If the answer is
YES
, check out LASERS new
Ready to Retire
section of the website. LASERS members should know that retirement is
NOT
an overnight process. The preparations leading up to retirement involve teamwork, and that team includes
YOU
, your agency, and LASERS. An important element in the retirement process is time, so planning is critical.
Do not start the process one or two days before your planned retirement date.
Ideally, you should start the process 12 months before your target retirement date.
Information on the LASERS
Ready to Retire
webpage includes a
comprehensive checklist
of recommended steps with a timeline, a list of
necessary forms
to complete, an
explanation of what you can expect
as an applicant, helpful
retirement publications
, and a
video library
. So don’t delay, start planning today!
Nominations Open in LASERS Board of Trustees Election
Nominations are open until July 9, 2019 in the 2019 Board of Trustees Election.
Every two years, LASERS members are asked to cast their ballots for candidates for the 13-member Board.
This year, three seats are open for active members and two for retired members.
Votes will be cast in September and October, and the results will be certified by the Board and published in November.
If you are interested in running for the Board, you can download a nomination packet
on LASERS website
, in addition to a full election schedule.
Trustees serve four-year terms unless they are filling an un-expired portion of a term. No Trustee may serve more than three consecutive terms.
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Have Something To Add?
This publication is intended to provide for increased communication between the Department of State Civil Service and all stakeholders within our system.
Email
your questions, comments, or suggestions to us, and we'll do our best to respond promptly. Your feedback may even be chosen for publication as part of this feature! Participants will remain anonymous if requested. Please note that not all feedback will be published and that only fact-based questions will receive a response.
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