September 16, 2020

Upcoming Meeting

Annual Legal Update - Virtual Program

presented by

Kinsey O’Brien John Godwin
Senior Associate Partner
Hodgson Russ LLP Hodgson Russ LLP

You have the option to attend our virtual Legal Update in the morning on Tuesday, Sept 29 @ 8 a.m. or in the evening on Wednesday, Sept 30 @ 5 p.m. Two times - same great program!

Pre-approved for 1.5 recertification credits by SHRM and HRCI

October 7 Navigating the Inner Critic and Achieving Success in the Workplace

presented by: Lindsay Amico, Mindset Coach at Picture Perfect Mind

In a society full of fast-paced judgments and opinions, is it possible to operate from a space of neutrality? We all see the world through our own perspective, operate from our own belief systems, and draw conclusions that lead to actions and results. If we open our own awareness could we lead our organizations with a less biased lens?

This presentation will provide simple tools for the HR professional to shift our perspective and act from a space of objectivity. By utilizing tools to enhance our self-awareness, we can more effectively promote and communicate initiatives. In this workshop, participants will learn how to be an outside observer of their thoughts, beliefs, internal biases, and learn how to value the backgrounds of diverse populations. We’ll discuss how to identify the “inner critic” and how to navigate this for ourselves and others.

Lastly, we’ll review simple stress reduction techniques, to connect more seamlessly to equitable and open-minded leadership.

Attendees will receive a PDF workbook that accompanies the presentation.

ZOOM Meeting 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
$10 Members | $15 Guests

Pre-approved for recertification credit by SHRM and HRCI

SAVE THE DATES!

October 15 HR YP Networking Virtual Event

October 21 Monthly Meeting

November 4 Lead With Laughs: How Humor Inspires A Creative And Engaged Workplace

presented by:David Horning, Chief Experience Officer at Water Cooler Comedy

We have been conditioned to believe that “work isn’t the time or place to laugh,” but studies have conclusively shown that this couldn’t be further from the truth. Organizations that have integrated humor into their workplace culture have seen increases in productivity, collaboration and communication, and the ability to adapt to the adversity of uncertainty, all while showing a reduction in workplace stress, and a boost in morale.

In a presentation deemed “a wake-up call for businesses,” “incredibly timely,” and “wildly unprofessional,” by past audiences, David introduces humor as a skill that can be used to springboard the unintended side effects of disruption. Equal parts levity and learning, Lead With Laughs has it all: scientific studies, hilarious anecdotes, and groundbreaking studies in employee engagement, but most importantly, a life hack you can use to disrupt the disruption and create a workplace people want to be.

You don’t even have to be funny to do it!

ZOOM Meeting 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
$10 Members | $15 Guests

Pre-approved for recertification credit by SHRM and HRCI

Have you checked out our BNHRA calendar of events lately? We regularly update this with both BNHRA hosted events as well as other relevant events that would add value to our membership.

Check out some of the events just added for August. Many are approved for recertification credits! Comment on our Facebook page to let us know which one(s) you'll be attending! #humanresources #hrcertification #learninganddevelopment

Have you recently earned your HR certification or plan to take the exam? Please contact Ashley Leisck, our Certification chair, so you may be featured too!

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Legal Update: Phillips Lytle LLP Alert for BNHRA Members: Labor & Employment

New York State Employers Must Prepare to Comply with
New Sick Leave Law on September 30, 2020
(Aug 19, 2020)

Effective September 30, 2020, all New York State employers will have to comply with the requirements of § 196-b of the New York Labor Law requiring that employers provide all of their employees with paid or unpaid sick leave. Whether an employee is entitled to paid or unpaid leave, and the amount of leave an employee is entitled to, will depend on the employer’s size. Section 196-b is the first Statewide law mandating sick leave for employees. To be ready for this new leave entitlement, employers will have to ensure that they have a compliant policy and procedures in place to track leave accrual and use when the new law takes effect.

Corporate Membership Spotlight

Alcott HR Group is a Professional Employer Organization (PEO) which provides Human Resource services in the areas of:
• HR compliance
• workers comp, risk mgmt.
• employee benefits
• and payroll administration

Our clients are small to mid-sized organizations (5 employees to 150) which cannot justify having in-house HR staff or need an affordable and effective HR resource.

Did you Know?

Get Involved and Give Back! Junior Achievement WNY Volunteer Opportunities
Sponsorship packages available for our monthly events! Check out bnhra.org/sponsors

Government Affairs Updates

SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act

The SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act (SUPPORT Act) was signed into law to address the U.S. opioid crisis and takes steps to augment and enhance the nationwide system for preventing and treating opioid addiction.

The SUPPORT Act makes changes to a variety of public health and law enforcement policies. Here’s an overview of some of the health care-related policy changes included in the law.

· Medicaid Institutions for Mental Diseases (IMD) Exclusion: Amends the IMD exclusion to allow state Medicaid programs to receive federal reimbursement for covering certain IMD services up to a total of 30 days annually.
· Telehealth: Expands coverage of telehealth services under Medicare for the treatment of substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health disorders beginning July 1, 2019. Also directs the Secretary of Health and Human Services (HHS) to issue guidance regarding federal reimbursement for telehealth services and treatment for substance use disorders under Medicaid.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Are you looking for more ways to get involved in the BNHRA and reach out to the BNHRA Community? The BNHRA offers a variety of ways to become a sponsor:

Website Sponsorships:

Website Logo Sponsorship
BNHRA Home Page Sponsorship
Career Center Page Sponsorship
Sponsorship of an Individual Website Page

Program Sponsorships:

Program Featured Sponsor
General Meeting Sponsor
Vendor Table
Sponsorship of Dessert and Coffee at a Dinner Meeting
Sponsorship of Social/Networking Event

Learn more about the Sponsorship Options here!

In Transition Memberships

Do you know of fellow HR professionals who are currently in between jobs? If so, please let them know BNHRA offers a NO cost In Transition membership package that includes our Goodwill Fund, sponsored by StaffBuffalo, LLC!

In-transition Committee

The In-transition Committee connects BNHRA members that are currently in-transition and also those seeking a new employment opportunity with one another, as well as services in the community such as training, career coaching, and networking. If you are interested in learning more, please contact Marge at [email protected]

Mentoring Opportunity

We are looking for BNHRA members to offer mentoring and support to members that are in-transition and for HR student members. This may include assistance with resumes, suggestions about interviewing or skills, career development, training, and making a career transition. If you are interested, please contact Marge at [email protected] or Collin at [email protected].

Helpful Resources

Check out this new resource for in-transition members: Grad's Guide to Getting Hired

SHRM In-transition members renew your SHRM membership through SHRM's one-time membership option at zero cost. For more details click here.

BNHRA Salary and Benefits Survey

2019 BNHRA Salary and Benefits Survey - sign up to participate in the 2019 survey and receive $150 off the annual subscription fee.

Other Professional Events

Other Professional Events - be sure to check out this page for many exciting events in WNY!

Job Postings!

Do you have an HR Position that you would like to share with the BNHRA Community? BNHRA Members can post HR jobs for FREE! Learn more here!