Sun Valley Company COVID-19 Leave Pay Policy as of 9/20/2023
All employees will be eligible for up to 40 hours of paid Covid-19 Sick leave annually if they have tested positive for Covid-19. An employee is eligible for leave for the number of hours the employee is normally scheduled to work over that period, at a maximum of 8 hours per day approved for eligible use. Covid-19 Sick leave balances will reflect 40 hours beginning on 9/30/2023 and are only valid for the 12-month period.
Qualifying Reasons for Paid Leave:
- Is experiencing Covid – 19 symptoms and is seeking a medical diagnosis.
- Has tested positive for Covid-19 and the manager has seen a doctor’s note or a positive test.
Managers will enter this pay into Kronos, please use code “Covid Sick” for qualifying reasons for paid leave and payroll will confirm.
After five (5) days from day of positive test, employee may return to work and wear a mask for an additional five (5) days.
HR can provide covid-19 testing free of charge for any employee experiencing symptoms lasting longer than 24 hours. For a test, please email, SVpersonnel@sunvalley.com or call 208-622-2072.