People Operations and Employee Resources Department (POERD)

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of NJ - Chair Yoga
2021-07-23 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Whether you’re new to yoga or a yogi, practicing yoga can help lower your stress levels and support a healthy immune system. Grab your chair and take time for yourself!

Nutrition Navigator - Blue Cross Blue Shield of NJ
2021-07-28 12:00 - 13:00
Let us help you navigate nutrition to plan healthier meals and better understand the nutrition basics for a balanced diet.

5 Steps to Retirement Readiness for State Employees
2021-08-17 08:00 - 17:00
You can help yourself plan for a more secure retirement in just five steps! This presentation is designed to help you create financial and emotional pictures for your retirement. The webinar is approximately 45 minutes in duration and includes a Q&A period. Topics include: Step 1 – What will your retirement be like? Step 2 – What will your expenses be today and tomorrow? Step 3 – Where will your money in retirement come from? Step 4 – What can you do today? Step 5 – How can you help protect your future income?

Understanding Your Pension Benefits for PERS & TPAF Members - State Employees Only
2021-09-01 10:00 - 11:00
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. This webinar is designed specifically for PERS and TPAF members employed by a N.J. State department, State agency, State Institution, or a N.J. State College/University.

Overview for Employees in the DCRP
2021-09-07 12:00 - 13:00
This is a live, interactive web presentation for members of the Defined Contribution Retirement Program (DCRP). This session is exclusively about the DCRP and provides information about eligibility for the DCRP, contributions rates, the investment funds that are available within the DCRP, the Goalmaker investment allocation tool, withdrawals, and the overall rules of the plan. We also take a look at Prudential’s DCRP Web site and how to process all changes such as adding a beneficiary and processing a withdrawal online. The webinar is approximately 45 minutes in duration with a question and answer period.

Nutrition and the Immune System - Horizon Wellness Webinar
2021-09-07 12:00 - 13:00
Learn how to improve your gut health for overall wellbeing. We’ll discuss the roles that pre- and probiotics play, as well as nutrition, to help your immune system.

Purchasing Service Credit for PERS, TPAF, & PFRS Members
2021-09-08 13:00 - 14:00
In this live webinar, we discuss the benefits of purchasing service credit and the types of service that may be eligible to be purchased. We will explain how a purchase is calculated and review the estimate and application process. The session is approximately 40 minutes long and includes a brief Q&A period.

Understanding Your Benefits for PERS State Employees Only (New Jersey Div. of Pension & Benefits)
2021-09-15 10:00 - 11:30
This session will cover pension membership basics in this 1.5
hour live webinar. Topics include membership tiers,
life insurance, pension loans, MBOS and more!
PLEASE NOTE: Registration Link is not compatible on Internet Explorer. Please use Google Chrome,
Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, or Apple Safari.

Opioids and Substance Use - Horizon Webinar
2021-09-15 15:00 - 16:00
Addiction is not a choice, so let us help you get the facts about how it can affect our bodies, brains and behavior. Join this session about evidence-based prevention, treatment and recovery methods.

Live Chat for PERS State Employees Only
2021-09-21 13:00 - 14:00
Have general pension-related questions? Join us for
this 1 hour live chat where you can get your
questions answered in real time

*Registration Link is not compatible on Internet Explorer. Please use Google Chrome,
Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, or Apple Safari.

Calm, Cool and Collected (Horizon Webinar)
2021-09-28 12:00 - 13:00
Looking to manage your stress better? Our session will discuss its causes and symptoms, how to cope with it, and goals to improve your outlook and reduce the risk of stress-related conditions.

Retirement Planning for PERS State Employees (New Jersey Division of Pensions & Benefits)
2021-09-30 13:00 - 15:30
If you are planning to retire soon, this 2.5 hour live webinar is for you! We will cover everything from
retirement eligibility and survivor options to retired health benefit eligibility and everything in between!

PLEASE NOTE: Registration link is not compatible on Internet Explorer. Please use Google Chrome,
Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, or Apple Safari.

PAR Training
2021-10-06 11:00 - 12:00, 2021-10-08 15:00 - 16:00

Purchasing Service Credit for PERS Members (New Jersey Division of Pensions & Benefits)
2021-10-08 10:00 - 10:45
In this 40 minute live webinar, we will discuss the benefits of purchasing service credit and the types
of service that may be eligible to be purchased. We will explain how a purchase is calculated review the
estimate and application process.

PLEASE NOTE: Registration link is not compatible on Internet Explorer. Please use Google Chrome,
Mozilla Firefox, Microsoft Edge, or Apple Safari.

Manager's Score Card Training
2021-10-13 10:00 - 11:00

The Way Forward - How Insurance Protects Financial Wellness
2021-10-13 10:00 - 11:00, 2021-10-13 13:00 - 14:00
COVID-19 has posed unprecedented challenges. You may have struggled to keep your family and your
finances healthy despite a stock market downturn, job insecurity, perhaps even the loss of a loved one. And,
you’ve likely come to understand the need to manage your finances differently in the future. At times like
these, getting your finances in order can seem even more overwhelming, leaving you to wonder where to
begin.
To address this challenge, we’d like to invite you to attend a financial wellness seminar, How Insurance
Protects Financial Wellness. This seminar 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:
• Health and life insurance
• Voluntary benefits
• Coverages for your property
• And more
For State of New Jersey Employees – hosted by Prudential

Manager's Score Card Assessment Training
2021-10-15 11:00 - 12:00

Delivering Mindful Customer Service in Higher Education
2021-10-18 10:30 - 11:30, 2021-10-22 15:00 - 16:00

Retirement Plan Withdrawal Options - Hosted by Voya
2021-10-20 16:00 - 17:00
A talk about what to do with your current or former retirement plan account if
you’re considering a distribution because you have changed jobs or if you
are close to retirement, and you want to explore your options on what to do
with this money. Zoom Meeting: https://voyafa.zoom.us/j/9486380749?pwd=[REDACTED]
Password 493000
RSVP to: coumorris@voyafa.com

Retirement Plan Withdrawal Options - Hosted by Voya
2021-10-28 12:00 - 13:00
A talk about what to do with your current or former retirement plan account if
you’re considering a distribution because you have changed jobs or if you
are close to retirement, and you want to explore your options on what to do
with this money.
Zoom meeting: https://voyafa.zoom.us/j/9486380749?pwd=[REDACTED]
Password: [REDACTED]
RSVP to: coumorris@voyafa.com

Social Security Benefits for Members of all NJ State Administered Retirement Systems
2021-11-01 09:00 - 10:00
Social Security Benefits seminars are designed to complement our Planning for Retirement seminars. Sessions are presented by a Prudential retirement counselor for the New Jersey State Employees Deferred Compensation Plan. When it comes to retirement planning, what you don’t know about Social Security could hurt you. Learning all you can about your future Social Security benefits today can give you a more financially secure tomorrow. Topics covered include your eligibility for Social Security benefits, how the Social Security Administration calculates your benefits, maximization strategies that can help you get the most out of your Social Security benefits, spousal benefits and Valuable tips for incorporating what you’ve learned about your future Social Security benefits. The seminar is approximately 45 minutes in duration and includes a Q&A period.

Understanding Your Pension Benefits for PERS - State Employees Only
2021-11-08 10:00 - 11:00

Overview for Employees in DCRP
2021-11-08 13:00 - 14:00

NJM Insurance - Virtual Visit & Webinar - Home and Renters Insurance Basics
2021-11-09 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, is providing an informational Webinar! Tara Patel will be providing some information about NJM as well as an overview of Home and Renters Insurance with the goal to help attendees gain a more thorough understanding of their insurance coverage.
All employees can register!

Please email tpatel@njm.com if interested in attending or you can register at https://njminsurance.webex.com

5 Steps to Retirement Readiness for State Employees
2021-11-09 13:00 - 14:00
***State Employees are employed by a N.J. State Department, State Agency, State Institution, or a N.J. State College or University.***
Sessions are presented by a Prudential retirement counselor for the New Jersey State Employees Deferred Compensation Plan. Prepare for your better tomorrow…TODAY You can help yourself plan for a more secure retirement in just five steps! This presentation is designed to help you create financial and emotional pictures for your retirement. The webinar is approximately 45 minutes in duration and includes a Q&A period. Topics include: Step 1 – What will your retirement be like? Step 2 – What will your expenses be today and tomorrow? Step 3 – Where will your money in retirement come from? Step 4 – What can you do today? Step 5 – How can you help protect your future income?

NJM Virtual Q & A Session Appointments for Auto, Home, Renters or Umbrella Insurance
2021-11-09 13:00 - 18:00
NJM Insurance Group, a regional insurance carrier with a national reputation for outstanding customer and claims satisfaction based entirely on policyholder feedback, is offering phone appointments. You’ll have the opportunity to speak with NJM Representative Tara Patel about auto, home, condo, renters or umbrella insurance and receive quotations.
New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Connecticut, Maryland and Ohio residents are eligible to apply!
Appointments are available between 1:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Please schedule an appointment in advance at https://rcnj.timetap.com
With great rates and award-winning customer service, there’s never been a better time to become an NJM policyholder.

Purchasing Service Credits for PERS Members
2021-11-18 09:00 - 10:00
