Human Resources
Penn State Wilkes-Barre Human Resource staff will continue to work remotely for the foreseeable future. Lorrie Deffley, HR strategic partner, and Jen Oshinski, HR consultant, can be reached during campus business hours (8:00 am–5:00 pm) at:
Lorrie Deffley
Phone: 579-578-8990
Email: [email protected]
Jen Oshinski
Phone: 570-301-7132
Email: [email protected]
Each of us has an important role to play in keeping our community safe and healthy. Adherence to guidelines is vital. Please check the University’s Coronavirus information website regularly for updates. The University’s COVID-19 dashboard is another resource. It provides testing data at both the University and campus levels and is updated every Tuesday and Friday.
Additionally, the frequently asked questions for employees section, may provide answers to questions you have.
We also encourage you to visit the Return to Work website to find answers to the many questions you may have, including information on:
- Preparing to return to campus
- Training and resources (how to protect yourself and others)
- Social distancing (meeting guidelines and working on campus guidelines)
- Cleaning and supplies (including masks)
- Employee Assistance
- Psychological Counseling
- Teledoc
- Wellness Programs (Including information on combating the side effects of social isolation)
- COVID-19 Signs & Symptoms
Additional Resources
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The EAP is a free resource that provides benefits-eligible employees and their family members with access to counseling and advising services for a variety of health-related needs.
Employee Assistance Fund (EAF)
The EAF is open to all Penn State employees and provides financial assistance to those facing a wide range of personal or family hardships who have no other sources of funds available. Employees may submit an application (found on the EAF website) via email to [email protected].
Wellness
Health Advocate provides over 80 free courses, personal growth resources, and professional development training.
The Learning Resource Network provides hundreds of courses, including wellness modules on mindfulness, managing stress, and more.
Penn State COVID-19 Online Resources
Penn State Coronavirus Information
Human Resources COVID-19 web page
Environmental Health and Safety
Penn State Contact Information
Human Resources Services
(814) 865-1473
Absence Management
(814) 865-1782, [email protected]
Affirmative Action Office
(814) 863-0471, [email protected]