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  1. Employee Resources
  2. My Work-Life

My Work-Life

DHS is committed to providing employees and their families with resources and programs that help promote a balanced, healthy approach to life in the workplace and at home. 

Click on any of the topics below to access information about the programs, resources, and policies that are helping DHS employees and their families live more fulfilling, productive lives.

 

  • Employee Assistance Programs

    Learn about free services available to DHS employees, including child care support, financial consultation, legal aid, counseling, and more.

    Employee Assistance Programs

  • Employee Associations

    Join one of the many employee-led groups that promote a supportive, diverse, inclusive workplace culture at DHS.

    Employee Associations

  • Leave Policy

    DHS offers employees a wide range of leave options and workplace flexibilities, including sick leave, annual leave, a voluntary leave transfer program, and more.

    Leave Policy

  • Parenting & Child Care

    Access benefits, resources, and programs available to DHS parents and their children.

    Parenting & Child Care

  • Transportation Benefits

    Find out about resources that can make your daily commute and your longer trips a little easier.

    Transportation Benefits

  • Volunteering

    DHS supports employee efforts to improve communities, change lives, and discover enriching experiences through volunteering.

    Volunteering

  • Workers' Compensation

    Learn about considerations and benefits DHS employees or their dependents who experience work-related injury or occupational disease may be eligible to receive.

    Workers' Compensation

  • Workplace Flexibility

    Some DHS components and offices allow Alternative Work Schedules (AWS) and teleworking.

    Workplace Flexibility

  • Component Contacts

    FEMA: fema-hc-worklifeprograms@fema.dhs.gov

    HQ: worklife@hq.dhs.gov

    TSA: worklife-wellness@tsa.dhs.gov

    USCIS: uscisworklife@uscis.dhs.gov

Last Updated: 11/03/2023
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