Welcome to Risk and Benefits Management Department
The Risk and Benefits Management Department is your source for Employee Benefits, Workers' Compensation, Employee Wellness, Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Tax Sheltered Annuities and Property/Casualty Insurance.
COBRA
Continuation of Coverage
COBRA Benefits After Termination
An employee’s insurance coverage ceases on the last day worked for the School District of Osceola County. The District’s COBRA administrator will mail a written notice to each terminated employee describing the employee’s rights and obligations under COBRA.
Through federal legislation known as the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1985 (COBRA), you may choose to continue coverage by paying the full monthly premium cost plus an administrative charge of 2%. Each individual who is covered by an SDOC plan immediately preceding the employee’s COBRA event has independent election rights to continue his or her health, dental, and/or vision coverage.
The right to continuation of coverage ends at the earliest when:
For more information, please see your Benefits Guide.
Once you terminate, either resignation or non-renewal, a COBRA notice will be mailed to your home address in the Human Resources system. You must then contact EBMS to continue your coverage by the appropriate deadline and make payments for coverage.
Tax Sheltered Annuities
The School District of Osceola County currently offers 403(b) - Tax Sheltered Annuity (TSA) accounts to it's employees. You may choose from several types of investment products for 403(b) accounts for your retirement savings. The different investment products listed below represent the majority of all account types currently available. The assistance of a professional representative can prove helpful in understanding how a particular investment product may be beneficial in achieving your accumulation goals and should suggest a plan (or combination of investment products) suitable to your risk tolerance. Note that each investment product has specific provisions and advantages associated with its use.
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Risk and Benefits Management
Lauren M. Haddox, Director
831 Simpson Rd. Ste. 100
Kissimmee, FL 34744
Phone: 407-870-4899
Fax: 407-943-7749
Email: Insurance@osceolaschools.net
