People Operations and Employee Resources Department (POERD)

Effective Team Remote Communication
2021-02-18 11:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)

Understanding Your Pension Benefits - for State Employees
2021-02-18 13:00 - 14:30
Whether you are a new hire or have been a member of the Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) or the Teachers’ Pension and Annuity Fund (TPAF) for a while, this class will give you a basic understanding of your pension benefits. Topics covered are enrollment criteria, membership tiers, the Member Benefits Online System (MBOS), beneficiary designation, group life insurance coverage, purchasing service credit, pension loans, retirement formulas and withdrawing. This webinar is approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes long and includes a Q&A period. Note: This webinar is not designed for members who are planning to retire.

Leading Change
2021-02-25 11:00 - 12:00, 2021-04-22 11:00 - 12:00

Chair Yoga - NJWELL
2021-03-02 10:00 - 11:00
Take time to calm your mind and lower stress levels during these uncertain times with our chair yoga practices you can enjoy at home.

Voya Retirement Workshops
2021-03-03 10:00 - 11:00

Voya Retirement Workshop
2021-03-03 16:00 - 17:00

Effective Remote Communication
2021-03-04 11:00 - 12:00

Let's Talk About Vaccine
2021-03-10 09:00 - 11:00
A Westchester Medical Center Health Network virtual education session

Sweet Dreams - Tips for Better Sleep - NJWELL
2021-03-10 12:00 - 13:00
Join us as we discuss tips for improving your sleep health, as the right amount of restful sleep each night can help you maintain a healthy mind and body.

Building Trust in Uncertain Times
2021-03-11 11:00 - 12:00

Managing Your Money in Tough Times - NJWELL
2021-03-15 12:00 - 13:00
Today’s financial times have changed, and in this session, you’ll learn helpful financial practices to help you stick to a plan. For years we have heard that if you follow sound financial practices and stick to a plan with a solid foundation, you will come out ahead. Financial times today have changed not only the rules, but also how we need to react. In this session, we will try to give you new ways to think and new actions to implement to not only survive tough financial times, but actually come out even, if not ahead.

New Hire Diversity and Inclusion Training
2021-03-18 13:00 - 14:00

New Hire Diversity and Inclusion
2021-03-22 11:00 - 12:00

SPOL Training
2021-03-22 14:00 - 15:30

Obtaining Wellness
2021-03-25 11:00 - 12:00

Virtual Fitness - NJWELL
2021-03-25 14:00 - 15:00
Who says you need a gym membership to stay fit! In this class we’ll share fun and interactive routines that can be done in 3- or 5-minutes during the day to keep you healthy.

Staying Healthy - NJWELL
2021-03-30 13:00 - 14:00
During this class, we’ll provide a quick overview of the importance of self-care for your immune system, along with health tips for reducing your risk of contracting COVID-

6 Essential Tools for Estate Planning After Lockdown
2021-04-06 10:00 - 11:00
This seminar, presented by the NJDPB is designed to help you learn new behaviors and adopt healthy
financial practices—so no matter what your future holds, you can face it with confidence. Together, we’ll
tackle timely topics such as:
 Healthcare management
 Wills and Trusts
 Beneficiaries
 And more

Mental Fatigue
2021-04-07 11:00 - 12:00

Discovering Your Emotional Intelligence
2021-04-15 11:00 - 12:00

Cook Along with Joy
2021-04-17 10:00 - 11:00
Presenter(s):
Joy Bauer, MS, RDN
Discover nutrition tips and tricks from Joy Bauer, MS, RDN, health expert for NBC’s TODAY show and mom of three, that you can incorporate at home. Cook along with Joy from the comfort of your own kitchen, creating healthy and delicious meals your family will enjoy!
The virtual meeting link will be sent to you in the confirmation e-mail and the reminder e-mail.

Post-COVID-19: Symptoms and Syndromes
2021-04-21 15:00 - 16:00
Presenter(s):
Jeffrey Barasch, MD, FAACP, FAASM, Board Certified Sleep Medicine Specialist and Director, Center for Sleep Medicine

Most people with COVID-19 recover and return to normal health but some people can have symptoms that can last for a very long time after recovery from illness. Join us for this virtual presentation to learn about long term effects some people still experience even after having COVID-19 such as respiratory problems, sleep issues and chronic fatigue.
The virtual meeting link will be sent to you in the confirmation e-mail and the reminder e-mail.

NJ Manufacturer - Educational Live Webinar Auto Insurance Basics
2021-04-27 12:00 - 13:00
NJM Insurance Group, a regional insurance carrier with a national reputation for outstanding customer and claims satisfaction based entirely on policyholder feedback, will present a live webinar on auto insurance. This comprehensive overview will include topics like available coverage options, rating factors, and discounts. You’ll have an opportunity to speak with NJM Representative Tara Patel about auto, home, condo, renters or umbrella insurance and receive quotations. Please see attached posters for registration instructions.

NJ Manufacturers Virtual Quoting Sessions
2021-04-27 13:00 - 18:00
Appointments are available from 1:00 – 6:00 pm with Tara Patel to discuss auto, home, condo, renters or umbrella insurance and receive quotations. Please register below.

The Stigma of Addiction
2021-04-27 19:00 - 20:00
Presenter(s):

Tony Hoffman

Join us for a live, virtual program featuring former BMX champion Tony Hoffman as he shares his journey from opioid addiction, homelessness, and prison, to getting sober, coaching the Olympic BMX team, and traveling the country to spread his message of recovery.
The virtual meeting link will be sent to you in the confirmation e-mail and the reminder e-mail.

Mental Health & Addiction
2021-05-04 13:00 - 14:00
Join our discussion around five common mental health diagnoses and the wellness strategies to help with recognition and treatment.

Workplace Wellness and the Conversation of Your Life
2021-05-10 12:00 - 13:00
In a medical emergency, patients don’t always get the health care treatment that
aligns with their preferences. They may also not be in a position to ensure that
their loved ones are taken care of in a worst case scenario. Naming a health care
proxy and beneficiaries ahead of time can help address these issues. You should
have a say in how you’re treated and receive the care you want, as well as have
peace of mind that your financial affairs are in order

Managing Stress Through Meditation
2021-05-12 12:00 - 13:00
Feeling too stressed to meditate? When you’re tense and frazzled, meditation can have a significant impact. Let us help you on your way to a calm mind; all you need to do is dial in, listen, relax and enjoy!

Taking Control of Your Taxes
2021-05-13 13:00 - 14:00
We hear every day that many Americans are not financially prepared for their future. People find the financial
planning process overwhelming and they don’t know where to begin.
We are pleased to offer you a financial wellness educational seminar through Prudential PathwaysSM. Prudential
PathwaysSM offers practical, down-to-earth information that may help you and your family today, tomorrow, and
beyond. It is designed to give you an understanding of the fundamentals of financial wellness through
educational seminars.
