Accomack County acknowledges that employees are more productive when a work-life balance is achieved that enables employees to meet work and non-work related responsibilities. Life can be complex and employees have diverse lifestyles, hobbies, religious and cultural observances, relationships, and responsibilities outside of the workplace to manage. Work should not be an impediment in accomplishing personal goals, nor should life problems negatively hinder work performance. A healthy balance must be achieved.

In order to maintain a healthy work-life balance, it is necessary for employees and management to effectively communicate any needs for accommodation, change in life status, unexpected problems, or concerns to assist the employee.

Let your supervisor and the Human Resources department know if you need accommodation for the following:

• Paternal Leave (including Adoption, Forstercare, and Maternity Leave).
• Caregiver Leave
• Civil Leave
• Domestic & Personal Reasons
• Family & Medical Leave
• Flexible Working Hours
• Military Leave
• Physical Injury
• Religious & Cultural Observation accommodation
• Short-Term Disability

All situations and cases are unique and will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Employees are still encouraged to contact their supervisor and Human Resources if they have a situation other than the reasons listed above.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 

The EAP offers employees and members of their household free and confidential counseling services that is separate from an employee’s mental health or substance abuse benefits. You can use EAP as often as you need.  There are no limitations on how often you can use EAP benefits and all information is kept confidential. To read more about the EAP, click here.  If you need help:

• Call the toll-free number: 1-800-346-5484.

• Visit Anthem's EAP login webpage:  EAP Employee Login, for login use company code: Accomack County

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Human Resources department at AskHR@co.accomack.va.us or call us at (757)787-5705.