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Employee Benefits Guide

The UCF HR Benefits section is responsible for the oversight and management of the wide range of competitive benefits that is a vital part of your total compensation, including State of Florida and UCF-specific insurance and retirement plans. We encourage you to learn more about the benefits that are available to eligible UCF employees by viewing our HR Benefits Guide.

Current Employee Benefits

UCF is committed to the well-being and growth of employees. We offer a competitive benefits package with many options, including medical, dental and vision insurance, retirement options, paid leave, employee assistance program, and tuition waiver. As a result, we’ve been recognized by the Orlando Sentinel as one of the Top 100 Companies for Working Families in Central Florida.

Employee Assistance Program

The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a university-funded benefit that offers the support and resources you need to address any personal challenges and/or concerns that may affect your personal well-being and/or work performance. It is confidential and free to all faculty and staff (excluding OPS student employees) as well as their eligible family members, including spouses, dependent children, parents and parents-in-law.

HealthAdvocate Toll-Free Number: (877) 240-6863

HealthAdvocate Website: HealthAdvocate.com/members

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This Month in Wellness

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Benefits Spotlight: Additional Services Through MetLife

If you are enrolled in life insurance through the State of Florida Group Insurance Program, you have access to valuable MetLife Advantages benefits at no additional cost. These resources can help you plan for the future, navigate life transitions, and support your loved ones when they need it most. Available benefits include: Estate planning services,…

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Explore the UCF Arboretum

Looking for a meaningful way to connect with nature and your UCF community? The UCF Arboretum offers a peaceful retreat right on campus, with opportunities to explore diverse plant life, enjoy guided nature walks, volunteer in the community garden, or simply take a mindful break outdoors. Whether you’re looking to learn, relax, or engage with…

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Benefits Spotlight: Eldercare Support with Health Advocate

Caring for an aging loved one can be rewarding, but also emotionally overwhelming. Through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with Health Advocate, all UCF employees (excluding OPS students) have access to Eldercare Services that can help ease the stress. Whether you need help finding long-term care resources, understanding Medicare, or navigating caregiver challenges, Health Advocate…

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Webinar: Strategies to Manage Stress and Uncertainty

Modern life means living in challenging times, which makes it more important than ever to learn to cope with uncertainty, unpredictability, and stress. Making sound decisions can also be overwhelming, especially when it’s unknown what tomorrow will bring, let alone next week or next month. This webinar explores techniques to help relieve stress so participants…

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Register Now: GROWTH Mindset

Unlock your potential by developing a growth mindset – the belief that skills, abilities, and intelligence can be strengthened through effort, learning, and persistence. In this interactive course, you’ll discover how to recognize fixed mindset habits, build resilience, embrace challenges as opportunities, and develop strategies for continuous personal and professional growth. Gain practical tools to…

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