UC Santa Barbara strives to live up to our reputation as Santa Barbara’s “Best Place to Work” by supporting faculty, staff, and student employees in the pursuit of a fully integrated life. The university offers programs, policies, referrals and education that enable people to be effective, engaged and satisfied at work, school, and home. Please note: We do not recommend or endorse any particular non-university resource on this page; however, we do endorse the careful review and evaluation of services that best meet the needs of your family.
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HR ServiceNowEvents + Workshops
UCSB Journey to Retirement
Guide to the UC Retirement
Mon, Feb 26, 2024
Session 1: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Session 2: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Fundamentals of Retirement Income Planning
Tue, Feb 27, 2024
Session 1: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Session 2: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Maximize Social Security in your retirement strategy
Wed, Feb 28, 2024
Session 1: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Session 2: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
UC Retirement Process
Thu, Feb 29, 2024
Session 1: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Session 2: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
What to do with your UC accounts in retirement
Fri, Mar 1, 2024
Session 1: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Session 2: 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
2024 Bright Horizons Information Sessions
Professional Tutoring for All Ages
Session 1: Wed, Feb 21, 2024 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Session 2: Wed, Mar 20, 2024 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Session 3: Wed, Jul 17, 2024 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Backup Family Care
Session 1: Tue, Feb 20, 2024 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Session 2: Wed, Mar 13, 2024 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Session 3: Tue, May 21, 2024 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Curated Resources For Your Family
Session 1: Wed, Feb 14, 2024 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Session 2: Tue, Mar 19, 2024 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Session 3: Wed, May 8, 2024 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Make the Most of Your Benefits With Your Family Concierge
Session 1: Wed, Feb 14, 2024 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Session 2: Wed, Mar 13, 2024 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Session 3: Wed, May 8, 2024 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
2024 Family Webinars from Bright Horizons
Take care of YOU; Taken ON Challenging Behaviors
Tue, Mar 19, 2024 9:00 AM-10:00 AM
Bright Horizons Family Webinar - You Really ARE Making a Difference
Wed, May 15, 2024 12:00 PM - 1 PM
Wonder: A True Brain-Booster
Thu, Jul 18, 2024 9:00 AM - 10 AM
Supporting Neurodiversity
Wed, Sep 18, 2024 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Caregivers: Are You Spread Too Thin?
Wed, Nov 13, 2024 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Social-Emotional Development
Thu, Dec 12, 2024 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Global Resources for Remote Work Series
Click on the series above to schedule on behalf of your unit, team, or group. OR ... we can CUSTOMIZE a workshop to meet your department or group needs.
2024 Financial Literacy Workshops
Women & Investing: Organize, Plan, and Own Your Future
Thu, Mar 31, 2024 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Five Money Musts
Tue, April 2, 2024 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Tax Efficient Investing
Tue, April 9, 2024 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
529 College Savings Plan
Tue, April 16, 2024 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Guide to Your UC Retirement
Tue, April 23, 2024 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Request a workshop for your department or workgroup!
Email Shira Minerd, work-life resource coordinator, to schedule your workshop: shira.minerd@hr.ucsb.edu
Topics can include
- Evolving Into the New Normal of Work-Life
- Productivity & Time Management
- Childcare Needs & Resources
- Balancing Everything: School, Family & Career
- Work-Life For Supervisors: Moving forward with strength
Topics are refreshed regularly
WorkLife Resources + Programs
Employee Wellness
The Work-Life Resources Program partners with other campus organizations and departments to pursue "whole person" wellness for all university employees. UC Santa Barbara has a wide range of programs and services that support our community of faculty, staff and students.
Explore Resources for:
Financial Wellbeing, Physical & Environmental Wellbeing, Social & Emotional Wellbeing, and Workplace Wellbeing
Family Resources
This include Child Care, Summer Camps, backup care, elder care, nutrition and housing information, social support, and policies
Pregnant or expecting a child?
Request a consultation with the Work-Life Resource Coordinator to review what to expect from your leave process and explore related resources. Please submit an HR ServiceNow ticket to schedule this initial meeting.
Flexible Work Arrangements
The Work-Life Resource Coordinator can assist both the employee and the department with any non-medical workplace adjustments. Please submit an HR ServiceNow ticket, and review the resources provided below.
Lactation & Breastfeeding
The University of California recognizes the importance and benefits of breastfeeding for both mothers and their infants, and is committed to providing the support and resources needed. These services are for all campus constituents who choose to breastfeed or express milk.