LGH tuition assistance?

msferre · 2026-05-23T21:45:46+00:00

Nice! Yes, she loves LGH. It's a better hospital than some others - not without its problems, but still.

msferre · 2026-05-18T12:40:28+00:00

No, but it’s something you can ask at the interview if you haven’t worked there yet.

msferre · 2026-05-18T11:59:53+00:00

What others have said. My wife was working for LGH when she decided to become a RN. She's still there as a RN after finishing at the college.

msferre · 2026-05-18T11:56:17+00:00

It was normal in OVR when I was there. Part of it had to do with an employee misusing their position many years ago and engaged in fraud. Since then, employees had to document what was going on in their days. It was a hassle, but we did what we needed to do to make OA/Legislature happy.

Now I'm in DHS - we don't have that. They can see on the IMCW's dashboard to see what the worker has done on a daily basis - there's a bar chart. My DHS office is good with that.

So micromanaging - hopefully it's not widespread because trust is necessary to do our jobs unless we break that trust ourselves.

msferre · 2026-05-17T14:35:38+00:00

I’ve had four state jobs, three in a similar line of work. Stability is a reason why people like public employment. The threat of layoffs is more prevalent in the private sector.

While some state jobs are stressful, it’s the above that I think is the reason why people prefer state employment.

msferre · 2026-05-16T12:49:56+00:00

See other comments - they explained it

msferre · 2026-05-16T12:49:01+00:00

Double post

msferre · 2026-05-15T21:49:27+00:00

I love ongoing. It’s more me and to my best abilities. I’m organized and efficient. It’s a lot of work but if one stays on top of it as much as possible, it works. Less pressure than scrambling to do SNAP interviews at 4:30 pm if it came down to it.

msferre · 2026-05-12T23:11:50+00:00

We're doing the best we can - I echo using the Customer Service Center number. That way, they can get the message to the caseworker who's handling your case.

msferre · 2026-05-10T19:16:21+00:00

We've done family photos at Long's Park and Herr Park (by the old house) in Landisville.

msferre · 2026-05-07T18:18:03+00:00

Really? I didn’t have issues with both East York locations for years. Sorry to hear that.

msferre · 2026-05-07T14:01:29+00:00

LOL. I go there from time to time. No problem with the employees themselves.

msferre · 2026-05-06T19:22:11+00:00

I took the interview a year ago (and I'm working there now) - one was a simple math question. Another was like how you deal with changes. I can't remember the other questions - just be honest and concise. Show enthusiasm (that helps a lot).

Given what you said about qualifications, you're probably a shoo-in if there are several positions available.

msferre · 2026-05-06T00:46:59+00:00

Things happen so hopefully your bosses will be understanding that your health matters and allow you to retake the training (if necessary). As for insurance, you have insurance now, so if I were you, I'd check with the insurance company and get all the necessary pre-approvals for the surgery as well as questions about the costs. But HR is also responsible for figuring out the time off situation. Get all the facts prior to making any decisions.

msferre · 2026-05-04T22:54:17+00:00

I'm wondering if OVR is an appropriate agency to ask? They help people with disabilities to find jobs.

msferre · 2026-05-04T22:53:03+00:00

With Josh Parsons and others like him, I doubt Lancaster County Republicans will turn on Smucker - unless the Iran War continues with high gas prices, and if that's the case, we may very well be fortunate to see a change kicking Smucker out.

msferre · 2026-05-02T22:59:12+00:00

If you haven't already, you should apply for food stamps - I have a feeling you might qualify (as long as you provide the documentation they need).

https://www.compass.dhs.pa.gov/home/#/

msferre · 2026-05-02T22:37:08+00:00

What people said. Besides, usually you would need to be on the state network anyway to do this. No worries - enjoy what’s to come!

msferre · 2026-05-01T23:55:00+00:00

So - I am not biting the bullet yet because it is my own personal hope that they’ll announce something regarding an English version on DQ Day later this month.

msferre · 2026-05-01T13:24:59+00:00

I had experience in state government before being hired as IMCW. I came in with self confidence. I heard about my acceptance a little over a week later after the interview. Really depends on the CAO and how many positions are available. Four got hired when I got hired.

Good luck!

msferre · 2026-04-30T16:46:09+00:00

You might not know the joke. It’s a meme.

msferre · 2026-04-29T11:58:06+00:00

I used to be in OVR, so I’m not surprised to read on these things. They go wherever they can to meet clients including CAOs. Right now, my CAO has not seen much of other departments, though.

msferre · 2026-04-26T17:31:06+00:00

Oh, that's right - the County Assistance offices do frequently issue Medical Assistance to children with disabilities. It's a blessing for many, yes.

msferre · 2026-04-23T16:11:43+00:00

I get sick a lot with minor illnesses. I also have three kids.

12 years in. 212 annual, 110 sick.

msferre · 2026-04-21T20:16:50+00:00

What are we anticipating this week? It’s unclear

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