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SUMMARY:All You Need to Know About the Employee Assistance Program (webinar)
DESCRIPTION:The Employee Assistance Program offered through MCIT supports the well-being of member organization employees and their families. “All You Need to Know about the Employee Assistance Program” provides a summary of those services\, who can use them and how to access them. \nWhen and Where\n\nApril 15\n11 a.m.\nVirtual\n\nWhat You Learn\n\nThe wide variety of services available through the EAP for individuals\, law enforcement and for those in a supervisory role\nResources other than counseling offered by AllOne Health\, the EAP partner organization\nHow to access services and resources\nIdeas and materials to promote the EAP to your organization’s employees\n\n \nTip: Double check the email address you enter on the registration form. If the address is entered incorrectly\, you will not receive the link to join the live event. \nWho Should Attend?\nThis webinar is best suited for those designated as the Employee Assistance Program contact for their organization. Others who may benefit from the information may be the administrator/coordinator\, executive director\, human resources manager\, SWCD district manager\, department heads. \n \n\nTips for Registering for and Attending the Webinar\n\n\nDouble check the email address you enter on the registration form. This is the address to which all communication\, including the confirmation email with the link to join\, will be sent. If the address is entered incorrectly\, you will not receive the link to join.\nAttendees need a strong Internet connection and audio connection either through computer speakers or a phone.\nFor those who are attending a virtual event using the GoToWebinar platform for the first time or it has been a while\, MCIT recommends that you review short instructions from GoToWebinar before the event to help orient yourself to the platform. View GoToWebinar Attendee Guide \n\nHow to Join the Virtual Session\nThe webinar is facilitated through the GoToWebinar platform. To attend: \n\nUse the link emailed to you to join the event. The email is automatically generated after you complete the registration form and comes from the GoToWebinar system. If you do not get the confirmation email\, check your junk inbox. Contact MCIT no later than March 16 to verify your registration and request the join link.\nMCIT recommends that you log in 10 minutes before the session’s start time to ensure that you have time for your system to connect.\n\nWebinar FAQs\nDo I need special software to attend the webinar? \nNo\, but you will need to allow GoToWebinar to operate on your computer temporarily (just during the event). If prompted while logging in to the webinar\, click “yes\,” “grant\,” “trust\,” etc. to accept the download. \nHow do I submit a question during the webinar? \nUse the Question feature in the GoToWebinar panel that appears on your screen after you join the session. Just type your question in the message field\, choose to send to presenters and organizers\, and then click send. \nMy colleagues want to attend the webinar. Can I forward the “join webinar” link that I received in my confirmation email to them? \nNo. Each attendee receives a unique URL (link) for the live webinar. Your colleagues must register separately to be able to participate. Send your co-workers the registration link instead. \nWill this event be recorded? \nYes. The recording will be posted to the Resource Library within a few days of the live event.
URL:https://www.mcit.org/event/all-you-need-to-know-employee-assistance-program/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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SUMMARY:Untangling USERRA: The Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act
DESCRIPTION:USERRA is a complicated law that affords service members a number of employment protections. “Untangling USERRA: The Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act” webinar attempts to clarify the laws parameters. \nUSERRA applies to all employers\, regardless of the number of employees. \nWhat You Learn\n“Untangling USERRA” explains: \n\nEmployee protections under USERRA\nThe employer’s obligations\nHow the human resources professional can stay in compliance and avoid discrimination claims.\n\nIn addition\, resources provided by the Department of Defense Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve program are discussed. \nThis session is a repeat of what was presented during the Public Sector HR 2.0 seminar Aug. 27\, 2025. \n \nTip: Double check the email address you enter on the registration form. If the address is entered incorrectly\, you will not receive the link to join the live event. \nWho Should Attend?\nThis webinar is best suited for those who have human resources responsibilities and decision making for the public entity. This is may be the: \n\nHuman resources manager/director or other HR personnel\nAdministrator\, coordinator or executive director\nSWCD district manager\n\nAbout the Presenter\nMathew M. Meyer is an attorney and owner of Meyer Law Office and the Minnesota ombudsman director for Minnesota at the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve. His practice focuses primarily on business law\, regulation\, commercial litigation\, commercial real estate and appellate practice. He has volunteered as an ESGR ombudsman since 2007 to assist service members and their employers by mediating disputes under USERRA and related federal and state employment laws. Meyer also served in the U.S. Marine Corps earning the rank of sergeant. \nHandouts\nDownload handouts prior to the live session: \n\nSession slides \nESGR Employer Guide \nEmployer Resource Fact Sheet \nTop 10 Reasons Members of the Guard and Reserves Make Good Employees \n\n \n\nTips for Registering for and Attending the Webinar\n\n\nDouble check the email address you enter on the registration form. This is the address to which all communication\, including the confirmation email with the link to join\, will be sent. If the address is entered incorrectly\, you will not receive the link to join.\nAttendees need a strong Internet connection and audio connection either through computer speakers or a phone.\nFor those who are attending a virtual event using the GoToWebinar platform for the first time or it has been a while\, MCIT recommends that you review short instructions from GoToWebinar before the event to help orient yourself to the platform. View GoToWebinar Attendee Guide \n\nHow to Join the Virtual Session\nThe webinar is facilitated through the GoToWebinar platform. To attend: \n\nUse the link emailed to you to join the event. The email is automatically generated after you complete the registration form and comes from the GoToWebinar system. If you do not get the confirmation email\, check your junk inbox. Contact MCIT no later than March 16 to verify your registration and request the join link.\nMCIT recommends that you log in 10 minutes before the session’s start time to ensure that you have time for your system to connect.\n\nWebinar FAQs\nDo I need special software to attend the webinar? \nNo\, but you will need to allow GoToWebinar to operate on your computer temporarily (just during the event). If prompted while logging in to the webinar\, click “yes\,” “grant\,” “trust\,” etc. to accept the download. \nHow do I submit a question during the webinar? \nUse the Question feature in the GoToWebinar panel that appears on your screen after you join the session. Just type your question in the message field\, choose to send to presenters and organizers\, and then click send. \nMy colleagues want to attend the webinar. Can I forward the “join webinar” link that I received in my confirmation email to them? \nNo. Each attendee receives a unique URL (link) for the live webinar. Your colleagues must register separately to be able to participate. Send your co-workers the registration link instead. \nWill this event be recorded? \nYes. The recording will be posted to the Resource Library within a few days of the live event.
URL:https://www.mcit.org/event/untangling-userra/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Human Resources,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Overview of a Recovery Friendly Workplace (Feb. 18)
DESCRIPTION:The Minnesota Safety Council presents “Overview of a Recovery Friendly Workplace.” A recovery friendly workplace: \n\nCreates safer work environments\nEducates supervisors about possible employee impairment\nHelps staff stay updated on trends with substance in the workplace that can cause danger to the workforce\nContributes to employee retention\n\nRecovery friendly workplace employers are committed to creating environments where employees feel supported and empowered to seek help when needed. \n \nNo need to register for this event\, just click the button above to join the live session. \nWhat You Learn\nThe informational session is offered specifically for MCIT members to learn more about: \n\nWhat a recovery friendly workplace is and its process\nBenefits of a recovery friendly workplace\nHow to schedule free 2.5-hour reasonable suspicion training through the Minnesota Safety Council\n\nWho Should Attend\nThis session is appropriate for those who are involved in developing and enforcing personnel policies and programs\, as well as risk management and workplace safety programs. This may include: \n\nHuman resources directors/managers or those tasked with this role\nAdministrators/coordinators\nExecutive directors\nRisk managers\n\nWhat Is Reasonable Suspicion Training?\nReasonable suspicion training is an essential step in fostering a recovery friendly environment. It gives supervisors the skills to recognize and respond to possible substance use with care\, help protect employees’ health and maintain a safe workplace. Through a new collaboration with the Minnesota Department of Health\, the Minnesota Safety Council offers reasonable suspicion training to employers at no cost. This is the first step in becoming a recovery friendly workplace. \n \nNo need to register for this event\, just click the button above to join the live session. \n\nMCIT Members Have MSC Membership\, Too\nMCIT provides each of its members with a Minnesota Safety Council membership at no additional cost\, giving members even more services and programs to support their loss control and risk management efforts. Visit the Minnesota Safety Council website to learn about the programs and services it offers. \nThe mission of the Safety Council is to make Minnesota a safer and healthier place to live by helping prevent unintentional injuries at home\, on the road\, at work and at play.
URL:https://www.mcit.org/event/overview-recovery-friendly-workplace-feb18/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Human Resources,Webinar
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SUMMARY:Overview of a Recovery Friendly Workplace (Feb. 4)
DESCRIPTION:The Minnesota Safety Council presents “Overview of a Recovery Friendly Workplace.” A recovery friendly workplace: \n\nCreates safer work environments\nEducates supervisors about possible employee impairment\nHelps staff stay updated on trends with substance in the workplace that can cause danger to the workforce\nContributes to employee retention\n\nRecovery friendly workplace employers are committed to creating environments where employees feel supported and empowered to seek help when needed. \n \nNo need to register for this event\, just click the button above to join the live session. \nWhat You Learn\nThe informational session is offered specifically for MCIT members to learn more about: \n\nWhat a recovery friendly workplace is and its process\nBenefits of a recovery friendly workplace\nHow to schedule free 2.5-hour reasonable suspicion training through the Minnesota Safety Council\n\nWho Should Attend\nThis session is appropriate for those who are involved in developing and enforcing personnel policies and programs\, as well as risk management and workplace safety programs. This may include: \n\nHuman resources directors/managers or those tasked with this role\nAdministrators/coordinators\nExecutive directors\nRisk managers\n\nWhat Is Reasonable Suspicion Training?\nReasonable suspicion training is an essential step in fostering a recovery friendly environment. It gives supervisors the skills to recognize and respond to possible substance use with care\, help protect employees’ health and maintain a safe workplace. Through a new collaboration with the Minnesota Department of Health\, the Minnesota Safety Council offers reasonable suspicion training to employers at no cost. This is the first step in becoming a recovery friendly workplace. \n \nNo need to register for this event\, just click the button above to join the live session. \n\nMCIT Members Have MSC Membership\, Too\nMCIT provides each of its members with a Minnesota Safety Council membership at no additional cost\, giving members even more services and programs to support their loss control and risk management efforts. Visit the Minnesota Safety Council website to learn about the programs and services it offers. \nThe mission of the Safety Council is to make Minnesota a safer and healthier place to live by helping prevent unintentional injuries at home\, on the road\, at work and at play.
URL:https://www.mcit.org/event/overview-recovery-friendly-workplace-feb4/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Human Resources,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260122T120000
DTSTAMP:20260417T014237
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SUMMARY:2026 MCIT Annual Update (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:All members are invited to attend this refreshed annual virtual meeting presented by MCIT risk management consultants. This session replaces the annual coverage update webinar. This will provide members with a holistic understanding of the current state of the risk sharing pool and how that affects individual members. All members are invited to attend the virtual meeting Jan. 22 at 11 a.m. \n \nTip: Double check the email address you enter on the registration form. If the address is entered incorrectly\, you will not receive the link to join the live event. \nWhat You Learn\nThe “MCIT annual Update” addresses: \n\nKey financial factors influencing MCIT operations\nClaim trends\nModifications to bylaws\nRisk management and loss control services\nOther MCIT news\n\nWho Should Attend?\nThe “MCIT Annual Update” is geared toward those who have a high level of engagement with MCIT\, especially those in leadership roles\, such as: \n\nCounty administrators/coordinators\nExecutive directors\nSWCD district managers\nRisk managers\nThe member’s designated primary contact for MCIT\n\nElected officials may also find the session informative\, particularly those who did not attend the MCIT annual meeting in December. \nCoverage Acknowledgement Record\nThe county’s primary MCIT contact or designee is required to sign and return the Coverage Acknowledgement Record to MCIT\, indicating that he or she knows about the many ways MCIT provides opportunities to learn about coverage. \nMany Ways to Learn About Coverage\n\nCoverage Document: Mailed to members in December annually\nCoverage videos \nCoverage Summary (general membership) \nCoverage Summary for Agricultural Societies \nCoverage articles \nRisk management consultant \n\n\n\nTips for Registering for and Attending the Webinar\n\n\nDouble check the email address you enter on the registration form. This is the address to which all communication\, including the confirmation email with the link to join\, will be sent. If the address is entered incorrectly\, you will not receive the link to join.\nAttendees need a strong Internet connection and audio connection either through computer speakers or a phone.\nFor those who are attending a virtual event using the GoToWebinar platform for the first time or it has been a while\, MCIT recommends that you review short instructions from GoToWebinar before the event to help orient yourself to the platform. View GoToWebinar Attendee Guide \n\nHow to Join the Virtual Session\nThe webinar is facilitated through the GoToWebinar platform. To attend: \n\nUse the link emailed to you to join the event. The email is automatically generated after you complete the registration form and comes from the GoToWebinar system. If you do not get the confirmation email\, check your junk inbox. Contact MCIT no later than Jan. 20 to verify your registration and request the join link.\nMCIT recommends that you log in 10 minutes before the session’s start time to ensure that you have time for your system to connect.\n\nWebinar FAQs\nDo I need special software to attend the webinar? \nNo\, but you will need to allow GoToWebinar to operate on your computer temporarily (just during the event). If prompted while logging in to the webinar\, click “yes\,” “grant\,” “trust\,” etc. to accept the download. \nHow do I submit a question during the webinar? \nUse the Question feature in the GoToWebinar panel that appears on your screen after you join the session. Just type your question in the message field\, choose to send to presenters and organizers\, and then click send. \nMy colleagues want to attend the webinar. Can I forward the “join webinar” link that I received in my confirmation email to them? \nNo. Each attendee receives a unique URL (link) for the live webinar. Your colleagues must register separately to be able to participate. Send your co-workers the registration link instead. \nWill this event be recorded? \nYes. The recording will be posted to the Resource Library within a few days of the live event.
URL:https://www.mcit.org/event/2026-mcit-annual-update-webinar/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:MCIT Coverage,Webinar
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