Benefits
Welcome to the Powerhouse
We know that benefits are one of the most important aspects of employment. As an employee of the University of Houston System, you have access to a wide variety of health benefits to meet your lifestyle goals, and the health needs of you and your family. Additionally, our retirement plans and our supplemental saving options offer different alternatives for all types of employees in different career stages.
As a member of the national Partnership for a Healthier America, Healthier Campus Initiative, the University understands the importance of the health and wellness of our employees and their families. It is our hope that you will take full advantage of all the benefits and wellness offerings available to you and your family now and in the years to come.
Sincerely,
Gaston Reinoso
Associate VC/VP, Human Resources
Need assistance with your benefits? Phone: 713-743-3988 Email: hrben@central.uh.edu
Benefits Calendar
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Nov 05 9:30 am
Corebridge Financial: On-campus Consultation with Marissa Kerns
AIG is now Corebridge Financial! A leading provider of retirement services, Corebridge is committed to helping you take action for your future. Turn your financial goals into financial wins by making an appointment to meet with representative Marissa Kerns, one-on-one, on campus.
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Nov 06 10:00 am
New Benefit Highlight: HELLO HEART
Join us to learn about a new program called Hello Heart that helps you manage your cardiovascular health! Hello Heart is offered to HealthSelect of Texas® and Consumer Directed HealthSelectSM medical plan participants at no additional cost and includes a free Hello Heart blood pressure monitor that pairs directly with your smartphone. Participants with a history of high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease may benefit from this program.
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Nov 07 12:00 am
Voya: On-campus Consultation with Alan Brubaker
Invest for your future with a supplemental retirement plan offered through Voya. Meet with Alan Brubaker on in-person on campus or virtually. Schedule an appointment to learn more about Voya and the different options available.
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Nov 07 12:00 am
Voya: On-campus Consultation with Bredawn Riley
Invest for your future with a supplemental retirement plan offered through Voya. Meet with Bredawn Riley on in-person on campus or virtually. Schedule an appointment to learn more about Voya and the different options available.
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Nov 07 10:00 am
Men’s Health Masterclass: Preventive Health Strategies with Keith Thibodeaux
Men can be safer, stronger and healthier at work, home and play when they make healthy choices daily and get care when they need it.
Join us for an engaging conversation in our Men’s Health Masterclass! This 3-part series will dive deep into issues that impact men’s health. If you are a man or you care about a man, join us to learn strategies to support good health for men.
Retirement Planning Simplified
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Do not wait to plan for a successful retirement! View one or more of the presentations below to learn the basics of retirement planning, including where to start, initial steps to take, and what to do next to achieve a prosperous and secure future. |
HR Benefits: Retirement Planning Simplified
Spanish - HR Benefits: Retirement Planning Simplified
AIG: Introducing Retirement Pathfinder
TexaSaver: 457 Overview Presentation
Voya: Foundations of Financial Wellness
Benefits
UH Health Family Care Center
UH Health Family Care Center offers comprehensive primary care and behavioral health services. The Family Care Center is in-network with the Blue Cross Blue Shield Health Select plan available to UH employees, Medicare and most other insurance plans. It is conveniently located on-campus with free parking. Sliding fee discounts available.
Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine providers taking care of you and your family.
Click here to learn more or call 713-743-9682 to schedule your appointment.
Plans
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The UH Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a confidential counseling and referral program that is available to eligible employees and their families. Whether you want to resolve a stressful work situation, find legal resources or get advice about a financial concern, the EAP can help.Health Insurance
Benefits Eligibility
Faculty and staff who work 20 hours or more per week for a period of 4.5 months or longer in a fiscal year (September through August) are eligible for some benefits, while other benefits are available to employees with12 month appointments or who work an average of at least 30 hours per week.Benefits Elections
An employee has 30 days from the date of hire/benefits eligibility to elect optional benefits such as dental, vision, or life insurance. An employee has 60 days to select a medical insurance plan and add dependents,
otherwise their medical benefits will default to Health Select insurance for self only. These election windows are regardless of any state or university holidays, or university closures. It is the employee's responsibility to learn about their benefits options and make elections in a timely manner. Unless otherwise instructed, employees should make their benefits elections online at the ERS Website.Retirement Plans
All regular, benefits-eligible employees are required by state law to participate in one of two retirement programs offered by the university: Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Program (ORP).
In addition to these two programs, all benefits-eligible employees may participate in one or both of our voluntary savings options: Tax Deferred Annuity (TDA) Deferred Compensation
Retirement@Work Single Sign-on
POWER UP Wellness
The University of Houston wants to be your partner in meeting and exceeding your wellness lifestyle goals. A number of programs and services to support employee health and wellness can be found throughout the campus. These include work/life support resources offered through the POWER UP Employee Wellness Program, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an array of on- and off- campus Employee Perks!
