Some of the benefits that Cypress County employees enjoy:
- $1,000 per year Health & Wellness allowance (Taxable benefit)
- $150 per year Safety Footwear allowance
- Extended Health Care Coverage including:
- 100% Prescription Drugs with Generic Substitution
- Vision up to $250 per 12 months and Eye Exams every 12 months
- $750 per year for Massage Therapist, Chiropractor, Occupational Therapist, Dietitian, Audiologist, Osteopath, Podiatrist, Naturopath, Speech Therapist, Physiotherapist, Psychologist/Social Worker & Acupuncturist
- Medical Supplies such as Hearing Aids, up to $700 per 5 calendar years
- General or Rehabilitation hospital Semi-Private room
- Emergency Travel Assistance
- Dental Coverage including:
- Oral exams and full-mouth x-rays, one per two calendar years
- Recall exams and fluoride treatments, two per one calendar year
- Surgical procedures, orthodontic, periodontal and endodontic services are covered 50% up to a combined maximum of $3,000 per calendar year
- No waiting period or deductible
- Preparation for retirement with contributions to the defined benefit Local Authorities Pension Plan
- Short Term Disability Top Up Program, Long Term Disability Insurance
- Permanent employees accumulate 12 days of sick leave annually and use up to 5 days annually for family illness
- Group Life Insurance providing double indemnity, accidental death and dismemberment and dependent coverage insurance
- Educational development through courses and training, paid for by the County to improve job competency and prepare for advancement
- Medicals necessary to maintain a valid operator’s licence paid for by the County
- Personal day in lieu of reduced Employment Insurance Premium
- Statutory holidays and Earned Vacation Days (start with 3 weeks per year, 4 weeks for Supervisors)