Employment and Human Resources
Employment and Human Resources
What: A new Employee Assistance Program (EAP) called GuidanceResources®
Who: All benefit eligible employees, as well as
- Anyone in their household
- Their dependents away at college
When: Now!
How: Call: 800-272-7255
TTY: 800-697-0353
Online: GuidanceResources.com (will require Web ID COM589 to set up an account)
App: GuidanceNow
The GuidanceResources® program includes:
Confidential Emotional Support
Highly trained clinicians will listen to your concerns and help you or your family members with any issues, including:
• Anxiety, depression, stress
• Grief, loss and life adjustments
• Relationship/marital conflicts
Mental Health Counseling
In addition to unlimited access to telephonic counseling, participants also receive 3 face-to-face sessions with a local counselor for stress, depression, family and other issues. That’s 3 sessions per person, per issue, per year.
Work-Life Solutions
Specialists provide qualified referrals and resources for just about anything on your to-do list, such as:
• Finding child & elder care
• Hiring movers or home repair contractors
• Planning events, locating pet care
Legal Guidance
Talk to an attorney for practical assistance with your most pressing legal issues, including:
• Divorce, adoption, family law, wills, trusts & more
Need representation? Get a free 30-min consultation and a 25% reduction in fees.
Online Support
GuidanceResources® Online is your 24/7 link to vital information, tools & support. Log on for:
• Articles, podcasts, videos, slideshows
• On-demand training
• “Ask the Expert”- personal responses to your questions
Financial Resources
Financial experts can assist with a wide range of issues, such as:
• Retirement planning, taxes
• Relocation, mortgages, insurance
• Budgeting, debt, bankruptcy
Not sure if GuidanceResources® can help- call them and ask!
University of Southern Mississippi employees should click here to access the Fringe Benefit PDF and other Benefit Resources.
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