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SJC Employee Perks
You work incredibly hard, and we want to ensure you are getting the most out of your employment here. But let’s be honest—it’s easy to lose track of the benefits/perks available to you. This page is focused on highlighting the variety and multitude of perks available at SJC. From wellness opportunities to education benefits, we want to make sure you aren’t leaving anything on the table.
Thank you for everything you do!
HR and Wellness Teams
| Perk Category | Perk Name | Perk Description |
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| Community | Corebridge Financial Services | Stephanie Fecteau and Mark Roberts are our Corebridge Financial Advisors. They are available to meet with you one-on-one and answer any questions you have about your personal retirement planning needs. Click here to schedule an onsite 1-on-1 meeting. Visit the ADP Homepage for more information. |
| Community | Employee Assistance Program | EmployeeConnectSM services offer an array of confidential services to help you and your loved ones meet the challenges that life, work, and relationships can bring. FREE FOR ALL EMPLOYEES. Visit the Employee Assistance Program webpage for more information. |
| Community | 4 hours of wellness (FT Hourly Staff) |
Full-time employees will be allowed to take a half-day off and be provided up to a total of 4 hours paid time to attend their annual wellness visits. Preventative exams are defined as physical exams, dental cleanings and other preventative procedures such as mammogram and/or colonoscopy regardless of whether you are covered under the College’s health insurance plan. Note- the time off request for such visits must be coordinated and pre-approved by your supervisor. For non-exempt, hourly employees, the appropriate number of wellness hours must be applied to the timecard via a request in ADP. |
| Community | Personalized Ergonomic Assessments |
Saint Joseph’s College is invested in providing a safe work environment for all employees. This includes workplace safety in the area of ergonomics. We have ergonomic resources available for employees and encourage employees to reach out to the SJC Certified Ergonomic Evaluator regarding suspected MSDs (Musculo-Skeletal Disorders), MSD symptoms, or other ergonomic concerns (mlunt@sjcme.edu). |
| Community | Employee Appreciation & Engagement Activities | Visit our Employee Appreciation and Engagement Activities webpage for our events calendar, perks and list of awards/recognitions! |
| Community | 30 Free Meals | Faculty and Staff are invited to enjoy up to 30 free meals in Person’s Cafe for FY26! Just present your ID to the Cashier. |
| Community | Free Coffee | Free Coffee and Tea in Pearson’s Cafe and second floor of Alfond Hall! Bring your own mug! |
| Community | Employee Discounts (local & nationwide) |
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| Community | Campus Safety Services | Campus Safety provides services to all members of the SJC Community including Faculty & Staff. Find out more here. |
| Community | Baby Backpacks | Employees welcoming a baby will receive a backpack filled with essential items for the new addition to the family. |
| Community | Summer Casual Dress Code & Wear SJC Blue Days | During the summer, employees working on campus may opt for casual attire, while the academic year requires business casual dress, with the option to wear SJC blue on Fridays. Across all seasons, employees must maintain a professional image that reflects the College’s standards, though specific positions will still require standard uniforms. Go Monks! |
| Community | Wellehan Library |
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| Community | SJC Micro Market | SJC has installed two Micro Market vending machines in the new Student Lounge in Mercy Hall. Faculty and Staff are welcome to utilize these vending machines (along with students). They are available 6AM – 11PM, 7 days a week. Some of the items available include: frozen meals, matcha drinks, sandwiches, frozen pizzas, etc. |
| Wellness | SJC Wellness Resources | Saint Joseph’s College aims to cultivate a supportive, wholesome work environment where every employee can excel. We strive to offer resources that assist in managing stress, enhancing personal health, and developing resilience. Visit the SJC Wellness Resources webpage for more information. Please contact the Wellness Department with any questions at wellness@sjcme.edu. |
| Wellness | RestoreResilience | Learn to develop healthy habits, manage stress, cultivate positivity, and reach your goals. Click on the link, then click on get started to make an account. THE COST IS COVERED. As an employee of Saint Joseph’s College, the RestoreResilience™ program is totally free to you. www.restoreresilience.com/saintjosephscollege |
| Wellness | Restore Balance | The symptoms of menopause are tough to manage alone, and that’s where Restore Balance comes in. They provide comprehensive support, including:
To sign up for Restore Balance go here: https://www.myrestorebalance.com/stjoe. |
| Wellness | Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare – Living Well Community | Whether you are looking to shake it up, stretch it out, or get centered, we’ve got you covered with wellness webinars, mindfulness, and fitness classes from cardio dance to yoga. These resources are available to anyone, regardless of participation in the SJC Health Plans.
Living Well Community – Virtual Wellness Classes and Webinars |
| Wellness | Good Health Gateway® Diabetes Care Rewards Program | Living with diabetes can be challenging. Having someone to help guide you can take some of the stress out of managing your blood sugar levels and diet. The Good Health Gateway has a team of Certified Diabetes Educators that includes pharmacists, nurses, and dieticians. Not only will our program help you by providing judgement free support as often as you need it, but it will also cover the cost of all your diabetes medications and supplies! edHealth.GoodHealthGateway.com |
| Wellness | Free fitness classes and Alfond Center membership | We offer classes for all ages and abilities! You can choose to attend classes such as Mindful Movements, Aqua Fitness, Cardio, Core and More, Back on Track, Line Dancing, Pilates, Deb’s Dance, Rhythm Ride, Cardio Fitness AND MORE! To reserve your spot go to www.picktime.com/alfondcenter.
For questions about classes reach out to Jenna Chase jchase@sjcme.edu The Alfond Center is open Monday – Friday from 6am-10pm and Saturdays/Sundays 8am-8pm. |
| Wellness | Relaxation Room | The Relaxation Room is an opportunity for members of our campus to take a timeout and be able to relax in a safe and peaceful environment. Anyone who comes can choose how they want to relax with the different offerings that we have available to them. Some relaxation techniques can be sound therapy, massage therapy, art therapy, self care and more. People can choose to sit at a desk, lay in a bed, stretch on a yoga mat or rest in a bean bag. Our goal is to open the room several times a week to allow time to rejuvenate! Individuals can book the Relaxation Room by going to https://sjc-health.titaniumhwc.com/ |
| Education | Professional Development for FT Staff | |
| Education | 529 Savings Plans for Children | The NextGen College Investing Plan® is Maine’s Section 529 plan that allows you to plan and invest for future higher education expenses for your family. Any earnings in a Section 529 plan are tax-free when used to pay for qualified higher education expenses. Anyone can open a NextGen account for extended family members or friends. Find out more here. |
| Education | Educational Assistance Benefit Plan for FT Faculty | The purpose of the plan is to provide financial assistance to these eligible full-time faculty in meeting all or a portion of the cost of attending qualified educational courses towards the completion of a doctoral degree. Find out more here. |
| Education | Tuition Exchange | The College is a member of two national scholarship exchange programs for institutions of higher education: the Tuition Exchange Inc. (TE) and the Council of Independent Colleges (CIC). Through these organizations tuition reimbursement for the dependent children of full time college employees is available at over 500 colleges, most of which are private. Find out more here. |
| Education | Tuition Remission | After six months of full time continuous service or its equivalent in prior continuous part time service, full time employees are eligible for tuition remission. Find out more here. |
| Education | Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) | If you’re employed by a government or not-for-profit organization (SJC is a qualified employer), you might be eligible for the PSLF Program. The PSLF Program forgives the remaining balance on your Direct Loans
Find out more here. |
