Miami University provides a number of resources and supportive measures for students. Students are encouraged to seek support and obtain appropriate medical attention. Some of these resources are designated as confidential. Other resources provide support but may need to involve MUPD or local law enforcement.
A person who has experienced sexual assault, dating violence, or domestic violence is urged to seek appropriate medical evaluation immediately, ideally within 96 hours (4 full days) of the incident. For life-threatening conditions, call 911 (9-911 from a campus phone) or go to the nearest hospital emergency department. In Oxford, McCullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital has a trained Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) who can help. Most area hospitals have a Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) that will respond.
Any student who has experienced a sexual assault, dating violence, or domestic violence is encouraged to request collection of medical/legal evidence. It is important to preserve physical evidence even if you do not yet know whether you want to report the incident or pursue filing a complaint. This will ensure that evidence is available if you later decide to proceed with a criminal or university investigation. Collection of evidence may involve interaction with police and a police report, but the decision to speak with the police about the alleged violation is the student's.
Questions about evidence collection can be directed to Women Helping Women at 513-381-5610 or the Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE).
Tri-Health CARES program provides medical examination and treatment of reported sexual assault cases. Tri-Health CARES responds to area hospital, including:
SANE of Butler County provides medical examination and treatment of reported sexual assault cases. SANE of Butler County responds to area hospitals, including:
Below are suggestions for preserving evidence related to an incident of sexual assault, dating/domestic violence, or stalking. It is important to keep in mind that each suggestion may not apply in every incident.
Evidence of a sexual assault is best collected as soon as possible or at least within 96 hours of the incident. If the sexual assault occurred within 96 hours (4 full days), a free and confidential exam can be administered at most local hospitals. You will not be billed for a sexual assault forensic exam. Sexual assaults, for which individuals seek medical treatment, must be reported to the appropriate police unit by health care officials. However, you are not required to criminally prosecute the case or file a police report, unless the sexual assault survivor is a minor. You can decide whether or not to speak with the police at that time to officially report what has happened. A support specialist from Women Helping Women will be available at McCullough-Hyde Memorial Hospital to provide information and support for Miami University students, staff, or faculty. It is your choice to speak with an advocate.
It is important to immediately notify medical staff if you believe drugs or alcohol were involved. Medical staff are specially trained to collect evidence and perform tests, including tests that can provide important evidence if drugs or alcohol were involved.
To help preserve evidence that may assist in proving the alleged violation/offense or in obtaining a protection order, place any clothing you were wearing at the time of the assault in a paper bag (not plastic). If you’re able, you should also avoid the following:
It’s important to know that you can still decide to have a forensic exam even if you have done any or all of these things. You can also preserve evidence by saving text messages, social media messages or posts, and other communications that may be useful to investigators.
Not all experiences of dating/domestic violence cause visible injuries. If visible injuries are present, it can be helpful to document them with photographs, if it is safe to do so. It is also important to seek medical attention if possible and safe to do so.
Unlike the forensic exam for a sexual assault, if you seek medical treatment for dating/domestic violence there is a cost. Thanks to generous support from donors, Miami may be able to offer financial assistance to cover some or all the expenses associated with the visit. You can learn more by contacting the Title IX Coordinator and/or one of the Deputy Title IX Coordinators.
If you have experienced stalking, it can be helpful to an investigation to retain any evidence of that behavior, including documentation of any unwanted communication (whether written, oral, electronic), postings (such as on social media), gifts, etc.
HIV (human immunodeficiency virus) is a virus that attacks the body’s immune system. If HIV is not treated, it can lead to AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome).
With proper medical care, HIV can be controlled. People with HIV who get effective HIV treatment can live long, healthy lives and protect their partners.
Below are resources in your area:
CONNECTICUT:
HIV/AIDS Hotline - National Hotline: 800-232-4636
NEW JERSEY:
HIV/AIDS Hotline - In New Jersey: 800-624-2377 | TTY/TDD: 973-926-8008
NEW YORK:
New York State AIDS Hotline - In New York: 505-476-3612
New York State Counseling Hotline - In New York: 800-872-2777
Deaf and Hearing Impaired/TDD: 800-369-2437
Voice callers should use NY Relay: 711 or 800-421-1220 and ask for 800-541-2437
HIV-specific criminal laws: Access resources about disclosure, confidentiality, and the law from the Center for HIV Law and Policy.
Now that you know what SHRM is and why it’s important, you may wonder how to get started. The process involves knowing the goals of your company, its abilities, future needs and resources. From there, you put your plan into action, then reassess and pivot if necessary.
Here are the five steps to strategic human resources plan:
The first step to SHRM is understanding your company’s goals and abilities. When you know your company goals and can articulate them, you’ll have an easier time creating programs and policies that support those goals. You’ll also be able to more effectively measure the success of your SHRM programs and make changes as needed.
Consider the following questions:
Answering these questions will help you understand your company’s goals and abilities, and how SHRM can help you achieve those goals.
Now that you have an idea of your company’s goals and abilities, you need to forecast future needs. In order to ensure your company’s future success, you need to predict how many employees with the required skills will be necessary and measure it against your company’s current workforce. This will help you determine what skills your company will need in the future and how to develop those skills in your workforce.
Consider the following questions:
By answering these questions, you will be able to comprehend what abilities your company will need in the future and how to cultivate a workforce with those required skills.
After you know your company’s goals and have forecasted future needs, you need to determine the resources needed to achieve those goals. This includes identifying the financial resources, human resources and physical resources required.
Consider the following questions:
To determine these, you’ve got to conduct an audit of both your internal and external resources. This will provide you a sense of what types of resources you have available to achieve your goals and where you may need to supplement.
For example, if you’re looking to expand your workforce, you may need to invest in recruiting programs. Or, after conducting a needs assessment, you may find that your current workforce doesn’t have the necessary skills to achieve your company’s goals, so you’ll need to invest in training programs.
Another example is if you’re looking to launch a new product. In this case, you’ll need to consider the financial resources required to develop and market the product, as well as the physical resources required to produce it. You’ve also got to consider talent and skill set when launching a new product. Do you have the right people in place to bring your product to market? And do they have the necessary skills to do so?
Now that you’ve set your company’s goals, forecasted its future needs and gathered the resources required to achieve those goals, it’s time to put your SHRM plan into action. Most companies start by recruiting the right candidates, training and development and then performance management. However, this will vary depending on your company’s specific needs.
If you already have a large talent pool to choose from, you may be better off cultivating skills of current employees before recruiting outside talent. After you’ve satisfied that resource, you may find you still need to hire. If so, you’ll need to have clear expectations and skill requirements before recruiting.
Once you’ve hired talent, it’s imperative to have a proper onboarding process. This will help ensure that your new hires are set up for success and understand what’s expected of them. After you’ve brought new talent into the fold, you need to focus on development. This includes training programs as well as opportunities for professional growth. By offering these opportunities, you’ll be able to retain top talent and keep them engaged in their work.
Last but not least is performance management. This includes setting clear expectations, providing feedback and conducting performance reviews. Performance management is a key part of SHRM as it helps ensure that your workforce is meeting expectations and contributing to your company’s bottom line.
Here are a few things to keep in mind when executing your SHRM plan:
After you’ve executed your SHRM plan, it’s important to assess how things are going. This includes looking at what’s working and what’s not. Based on your assessment, you may need to make adjustments to your plan. For example, if you’re not seeing the results you want, you may need to change your recruiting strategy. Or, if you’re finding that your training programs aren’t effective, you may need to make changes to those as well.
It’s also important to keep in mind that your SHRM plan is not a one-time thing. As your company grows and changes, so too will your SHRM needs. As such, it’s important to revisit your SHRM plan on a regular basis to ensure that it’s still relevant and effective.
Monday, November 14th 2022, 9:10 am
211 of Eastern Oklahoma just launched its resource guide to help people in need during the holiday season.
The holiday resource guide is available every year and is updated regularly with different organizations across Green Country willing to help people who are struggling around the holidays.
CEO of the Community Service Council Pam Ballard says this year the need for help is so much greater due to the economy. Ballard is encouraging people to take advantage of the guide and says they are thrilled to continue making a difference through their work.
The guide is available online at csctulsa.org. Leaders say they help people with a range of needs.
"They have everything from having everything people would need if they make their own meals or if want to go somewhere and enjoy meals with other people. Sometimes people are alone and they would like to be with others so they can call and find out where they can do that or the places nearest to them," said CEO of Community Service Council Pam Ballard.
Call 211 if you need help navigating the guide or if you can’t access it online.
THROUGH DEAF EYES does not approach the Topic of deaf history from the perspective of sentimentality or of overcoming the inability to hear, nor does it deny the physical reality of being deaf. The documentary takes a straightforward look at life for people who are part of the cultural-linguistic group who use American Sign Language and often define themselves as “Deaf” — with a capital, and cultural, “D” — and deaf people who, for a variety of reasons, do not identify with the Deaf cultural community. The history often shows that intersections between deaf and Deaf people are many and that oppression and discrimination are common experiences.
The film is full of surprises and stories that often reflect unusual experiences. These puzzling events in the lives of Deaf people demonstrate a complex relationship with the hearing society. Outstanding themes, underscored through these stories and worthy of discussion, include:
This guide accompanies the film and supports facilitators as they engage community members, students and others interested in the documentary in dialogue about the issues highlighted in THROUGH DEAF EYES.
Note for Educators: Teachers can use these questions as a springboard for discussions about Deaf life in America.
For faculty and staff with supervisory responsibilities, a fundamental knowledge of the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is key for supporting employees appropriately and promoting effective application of University leave policies and procedures.
In summary, FMLA-eligible faculty and staff may receive up to 12 weeks (480 hours) of "protected" leave time in a year, which means they will not lose their position, suffer a demotion, or have a decrease in salary because of using Family and Medical Leave. FMLA leave may be for a continuous period of time, or on an intermittent basis depending on employee need and/or what their healthcare provider notes. Reasons to use FMLA may include:
Eligible employees who may wish to request FMLA leave for one of the reasons noted above should connect with Human Resources for guidance, as well as inform their supervisor as soon as practical. Basic steps to be taken include:
Supervisors play a critical role in connecting their employees to the resources they may need during personal circumstances that qualify for benefits guaranteed under federal law (FMLA). If approached about the potential need for FMLA leave, or if an employee has an unexpected event arise that may be covered, supervisors should encourage the employee to contact Human Resources for process details. Supervisors may also connect directly with their assigned Human Resources Consultant (HRC) to discuss questions about how leave policies may apply. Faculty and contract staff approved for FMLA leave will be paid according to their contract during the leave time, while eligible staff employees may use Parental Leave, Paid Caregiver Leave, and/or sick and vacation accruals where appropriate. Health insurance coverage will remain in place while an employee is on FMLA leave.
It is important for leaders to refrain from asking for details beyond what an employee is comfortable sharing, as private medical information should be reviewed by Human Resources only. Supervisors should assist with the completion of the FMLA Request and Action form timely, as well as support the employee in preparing work-related items to hand off where leave is foreseeable.
While Human Resources administers FMLA leave and stays in touch with the employee regarding leave status and return to work documentation, leaders also play an important role in ensuring the leave time goes as smoothly as possible for their employees. A few tips include:
Human Resources staff are happy to assist with questions surrounding FMLA leave.
Contact the HR Service Center at askHR@baylor.edu or 254.710.2000, or reach out to your designated HR Consultant.
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Car seats and booster seats help protect infants and children in a crash.
Car crashes are a leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 13, which is why it’s so important that people choose and use the right car seat correctly every time their child is in the car.
There are four types of car seats. Those include the rear-facing car seat, forward-facing car seat, booster seat, and seat belt. This website from the NHTSA helps you choose a car seat by typing in your child’s birth date, height and weight.
Rear-facing car seat:
Forward-facing car seat:
Booster seat:
Seat belt:
Should lie across the upper thighs and be snug across the shoulder and chest to restrain your child safely in a crash. It should not rest on the stomach area or across the neck or face.
Click here to get help choosing a car seat.
An improperly installed car seat can put a child’s life in danger.
How to install rear-facing car seats:
How to install forward-facing car seats:
How to install booster seats:
This website helps you find someone to inspect your car seat for you. A certified technician will inspect your car seat for free, in most cases, and show you how to correctly install and use it. Some locations also offer virtual inspections.
The Children’s Hospital of Michigan offers an injury prevention workshop online that offers safety information to keep children safe.
How does the program work?
Learn Online – Caregivers will receive an email, with registration requirements and the online earning website link(s)– video(s) are required to watch. Accurate child information, NO car seat will be provided without ALL child(ren) information.
Make Appointment - Caregivers will select their appointment time (on a pre-determined date) to come and pick-up all safety materials and/or equipment through a contactless, pick-up event.
Caregivers will receive a confirmation email, with address and a detailed map of Pick-Up location in the Mid-town Detroit area.
Show up - Arrive at your scheduled pick-up day & time, STAY IN YOUR VEHICLE, staff will greet and load all safety materials and equipment. - It’s that easy
Click here to fill out the form for more information about the workshop.
Beaumont’s Parenting Program offers new parents In-Room Car Seat Safety Education at both the Troy and Royal Oak hospitals. A certified car seat technician is available Monday through Friday to help answer questions and show new parents how to properly use and install their car seat.
Click here to read eight questions answered by a certified child passenger safety technician.
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