Employee Benefits & Discounts
Salve Regina employees receive generous benefits, including health and dental coverage, life insurance, long-term disability, 403(b) plan, tuition benefits and more.
Employee Benefits & Discounts
The following is an outline of the benefits provided by Salve Regina University to its employees. For more detailed information, call the Benefits Office at extension 2332 or (401) 341-2332.
Benefits
Healthcare (United Healthcare Insurance Co.)
(Staff members are eligible on the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Faculty members are eligible on the first day of their contract.) Employees regularly working a minimum of 20-hours per week are eligible for a comprehensive health care plan. Employees may elect individual, individual-plus-one, or family coverage. The cost for full-time employees is a fixed amount determined annually by the University. The cost for part-time employees is calculated on a pro-rated basis.
Dental (Delta Dental of Rhode Island)
Eligibility same as health care. The University pays for individual or family coverage, as needed, for all full-time employees. The cost for part-time employees is calculated on a pro-rated basis.
Group Life (Prudential Life Insurance Company)
After a three-month waiting period, employees working a minimum of 30-hours per week are provided with insurance coverage equal to one times their annual salary to a maximum of $50,000 (65% at age 65; 50% at age 70). Optional supplemental and dependent life plans are also available.
Long-Term Disability (Prudential Life Insurance Company)
After a one-year waiting period, employees working a minimum of 30 hours per week are provided disability coverage equal to 60% of covered monthly salary, up to a maximum of $6,500/month.
Retirement Plan (TIAA/CREF or AIG / VALIC)
Provided through TIAA/CREF and/or AIG / VALIC, employees working a minimum of 1,000 hours/year are eligible to participate in the plan, after a two-year waiting period. The 403b plan provides individually owned annuity contracts, with the University contributing 8.5% of an employee's salary up to $51,169 and 10% on the portion of salary amounts over $51,169 (amount indexed every July).
Supplemental Retirement Plan (TIAA/CREF or AIG / VALIC)
Provided through TIAA/CREF and/or AIG / VALIC. This plan is available to employees working a minimum of 1,000 hours per year. Eligibility is immediate. This plan allows for employees to contribute to a retirement plan on a pre-tax basis.
Tuition Benefit
After a three-month waiting period, full-time employees are eligible for tuition benefits (two courses per semester, one course per summer session). The part-time employee benefit is pro-rated. After two years of full-time employment, spouses or dependents may receive 50% tuition benefits for undergraduate courses. After three years of employment, the benefit increases to 100%. Part-time employees working a minimum of 20-hour per week are granted tuition benefits for dependents, after three years of employment, on a pro-rated basis.
Tuition Exchange Program (TEP)
The University is part of a program, which allows qualified dependents of staff and faculty members, with five years of full-time service, to participate in full scholarships for their dependent children at other TEP colleges/universities around the country. A listing of the participation institutions is available at www.tuitionexchange.org.
Employee Assistance Plan (RIEAS)
The University provides a confidential assessment and referral service to all regular employees. It is accessed through a toll-free number and can assist with calls concerning marital/family problems, alcohol/drug dependency, legal/financial problems, emotional distress, relationship issues and more - (800) 445-1195.
"Flex One" Plan (AFLAC)
This plan allows tax savings in two ways: by a Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan and a Medical Care Reimbursement Plan. The Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan allows you to obtain reimbursement for qualified expenses related to the care of your child under the age of 12 and/or elderly, or incapacitated dependents. You may tax shelter up to $5,000 per year. The Medical Care Reimbursement Plan allows un-reimbursed medical expenses such as co-pays, eyeglasses, and deductibles, to be paid with tax-free dollars. You can tax shelter from $260 to $2,080 per plan year under this program.
Supplemental Insurance Benefits (AFLAC)
On the first day of the month following 30 days of employment, employees working a minimum of 20 hours per week may purchase, on a pre-tax basis, supplemental cancer, hospital intensive care, and/or personal accident insurance.
Long-Term Care Benefits
Employees may voluntarily purchase long-term care insurance at discount rates. Contact Paul Isenberg, Long-term Care Professional and Registered Health Underwriter, for a personal meeting at (401) 826-3424.
CollegeBoundfund
User Name: SALVEREGINA
Password: SALVEREGINA529
A tax-advantaged 529-college savings program available to anyone who wants to save for higher education. Payroll direct deposit and several investment options are available. Account earnings are tax-free; distributions for qualified education expenses are currently federal and RI state income tax free.
Auto and Home Insurance
Contact George Tager at Liberty Mutual, (800) 422-4718, ext. 239, for competitive auto and home insurance rates. Payroll deduction is available for your convenience.
ER Card
ER Card is an electronic personal health record membership which allows you, your doctor or other caregivers, the benefit of anytime, anywhere access to vital medical information. When care is needed in an emergency, ER Card is an invaluable resource with all your medical information. Call (888) 873-2673 or log on to www.ercardmember.com.
Paid Leave Benefits
Full-time staff members enjoy of the following paid time off per year; 11 holidays, 4+ President's Days, 2 personal days, up to 12 sick days (four may be used for family-related illnesses, as needed), and liberal time for vacation.
Discounts
Salve Regina University does not sponsor or promote any of the businesses below nor make any guarantee to the quality of their products or services. These businesses have agreed to provide discounts to Salve Regina University employees. In most cases, you must present your Salve Regina ID card prior to your purchase in order to receive the discount. The businesses may amend or revoke their discount at any time for any reason.
Airport Valet Parking
Discounts available for valet parking and other services near Green State Airport for SRU employees.
Arnold Art Store & Gallery
Receive a 10% discount on art supplies and framing when you show your Salve ID at time of purchase. Two convenient locations will serve your needs at 700 Aquidneck Ave, Middletown (401) 846-3349, and 210 Thames Street, Newport (401) 847-2273.
BJ's Wholesale Club
Cost through Salve Regina is $35 for 15 months. (Regular membership cost is $45 for 12-mos.) FREE SECOND CARD. Call or stop by HR for an application.
Cosmeticcosmos
387 Thames Street, Newport - Receive 10% off your cosmetic purchases.
Cox Communications
Receive 50% off digital cable and telephone for six months. Also, high speed internet for $20.99/month for the first six months. Visit their website (Username: partner Password: savings) or call (866) 558-5727.
Del Nero Cleaners
Show your Salve ID and receive 10% off services at their 11 Farewell Street, Newport, RI location only.
Discount on Eyewear
Employees may receive discounts on eyeglass frames, contact lenses, and laser vision correction at Eye Care Vision Center, Vision World and Cambridge Eye by showing your Salve ID.
Flint Audio-Video
Located in the Aquidneck Centre in Middletown, receive a 10% discount with a Salve ID on selected merchandise not already on sale. Present your card at the time of purchase.
Hershey Park
Coupons available in the Office of Human Resources.
JoS. A. Bank
JoS. A. Bank Clothiers specializes in professional, corporate casual and casual men's clothing. Employees receive a 20% discount on all regularly priced merchandise. To receive a discount, you must obtain a free corporate card from a store, by showing your Salve ID and mentioning Salve Regina University Corporate Program #4185, or you may request a card at their toll-free catalog number at 800-285-2265 or by emailing a request to corporatecard@jos-a-bank.com.
Karen Vaughan
Located at 148 Bellevue Avenue, is offering Salve Regina University staff, faculty and students a 15% discount. The store carries an eclectic mix of gifts, furniture, accessories, antiques, surprises and more. Present your ID at time of purchase.
Liberty Mutual Insurance
Employees may call George Tager at (800) 422-4718, ext. 239 for quotes on home and auto insurance. This company offers group rates and premium payments through payroll deduction, for your convenience.
Newport Athletic Club
SRU employees who join the Newport Athletic Club, located on Valley Road in Middletown, are eligible for discounted rates. Membership dues are charged through a payroll deduction with varying rates depending on the program chosen. If interested, please call the membership department at (401) 846-7723 for an appointment to tour the facility.
Newport County Chamber of Commerce
"Member-to-Member Discount" tags good for discounts many local businesses on Aquidneck Island.
Norey's Restaurant
Located at 156 Broadway in Newport; staff and faculty may receive 10% off by showing your ID. Breakfast and lunch is served Tuesday - Sunday from 8 am to 2 pm. Dinner is served Friday and Saturday from 6 pm to 9:30 pm. Reservations are accepted at (401) 847-4971. (Norey's owner, Norey Cullen, is a Salve alum.)
Six Flags New England
Located in Agawam, MA, Six Flags of New England features three action-packed parks for excitement that never lets up! 2008 discount tickets available in HR for $25.00 each (a $24.99 savings!). Park season ends on October 31st each year.
T-Mobile
Discounted phones and waived activation fees for new customers. Phone styles and promotions vary quarterly. Discounts are available by calling 1-866-464-8662; select option 3 and mention Salve Regina's promotion code 4748TMOFAV. These special discounts are not available in T-Mobile stores or on the T-Mobile website.
US Savings Bonds Payroll Savings Plan
An easy way to save for the future. Savings bonds offer competitive market-bases rates, complete safety, federal income tax deferral and freedom from state and local income taxes.
Verizon Wireless
Up to 8% off your monthly wireless access fee. Log onto above website or call (866) 456-7892 for discount.
Call the HR Office at (401) 341-2137 with any questions regarding these discounts.