Union Representation

There is a team focused on supporting the member, including union representatives.

Union JEIS Coordinator

The responsibilities of the Union JEIS coordinator include:

  • Receiving notice from the Absence Advisor when members have been, or are expected to be, absent for six consecutive scheduled working days/shifts and when Desjardins has been notified

  • Contacting absent members as soon as possible to tell them Desjardins will be contacting them to offer help

  • Advising members that the JEIS is a program offered through the PEBT and participation is a requirement of the LTD plan

  • Acting as a liaison between the local union and the District Joint JEIS Committee over local issues and concerns

  • Promoting and educating members and the local union about the JEIS and the benefits of this service

Local Union Representative

The Local union representative:

  • Promotes the JEIS and the benefit of using the service.
  • Provide leadership support for the overall program and assist the PEBT in resolving RTW/accommodation issues.
  • Support the District Joint JEIS Committee in carrying out the JEIS objectives.

Best practices can be found in the District Joint JEIS Committee Best Practice Guide (English and French)  along with sample emails .