The County of Ventura recognizes that in order to have a dedicated and productive workforce, employees need support in balancing their work and their life outside of work. The Work/Life Program promotes the family friendly services offered to County of Ventura employees. The list on the left shows some of the work/life benefits available to County of Ventura employees.
The Child Care/Preschool Discount Program is available to County employees only. A variety of child care centers and preschool programs offer discounts to County employees. Proof of employment may be necessary when enrolling in the child care/preschool program. New Child Care/Preschool Discount Program booklets are distributed to employees by email each August.
An updated After-School Child Care Directory is made available to employees by email each August. Every effort is made to provide current and accurate information. Any changes to the After-School Child Care Directory should be reported to Patty McWaters at 805/477-7234 or email patricia.mcwaters@ventura.org.
The Work/Life Program has local resource information available on child and elder care for County employees. Call Patty McWaters at 805/477-7234 or email patricia.mcwaters@ventura.org for more information.
Positive Parenting classes and Balancing Work/Family Seminars are lunchtime learning opportunities sponsored by the Work/Life Program and the Wellness Program. County employees can register for these classes and seminars by visiting the Wellness Program website at: http://ceo.countyofventura.org/benefits/wellness or call Wellness at 805/654-2628.
The Work/Life Program hosts the Family Care & Volunteer Resource Fair at the Government Center in May each year. This is a wonderful outreach opportunity for organizations who cater to the needs of families. This concentrated gathering of family care organizations allows County employees to gather a wealth of information in a very short amount of time. It is also a great chance to recruit volunteers or to find volunteer opportunities.
Lactation rooms are available a several County work locations for employees who wish to continue to nurse their baby after returning to work. For more information on lactation rooms, call Patty McWaters at 805/477-7234 or email patricia.mcwaters@ventura.org.
New baby kits are mailed out to County employees who have recently added a new dependent onto their health benefits. New baby kits include information on child care, immunizations, safe sleep for baby, breastfeeding, lead poisoning, community services and organizations.
The Work/Life Program advocates for Flexible Work Schedules in County Agencies and Departments where appropriate.
