💡 Policy Purpose
Our company supports new fathers by providing paternity leave to help them bond with their newborn or newly adopted child. This policy outlines the eligibility criteria, duration of leave, and procedures for applying for paternity leave.
📝 Policy Elements
Eligibility:
- Paternity leave is available to all full-time employees who have completed at least one year of continuous service. This leave is applicable for births, adoptions, or the birth of a surrogate child.
- Paternity leave is available to all full-time employees who have completed at least one year of continuous service. This leave is applicable for births, adoptions, or the birth of a surrogate child.
Duration and Compensation:
- Eligible employees are entitled to up to 12 weeks of paternity leave. The first 4 weeks are fully paid, with the remainder of the leave being unpaid unless otherwise stipulated by law or company policy.
- Eligible employees are entitled to up to 12 weeks of paternity leave. The first 4 weeks are fully paid, with the remainder of the leave being unpaid unless otherwise stipulated by law or company policy.
Application Process:
- Employees must submit a Paternity Leave Request Form to HR at least 8 weeks before the expected start date of the leave. The request should include relevant documentation, such as a birth certificate or adoption papers.
- Employees must submit a Paternity Leave Request Form to HR at least 8 weeks before the expected start date of the leave. The request should include relevant documentation, such as a birth certificate or adoption papers.
Continuation of Benefits:
- During paternity leave, employees will continue to receive their usual benefits, including health insurance, provided they continue to pay their portion of any premiums.
- During paternity leave, employees will continue to receive their usual benefits, including health insurance, provided they continue to pay their portion of any premiums.
Return to Work:
- Employees are expected to return to work on the agreed-upon date. If additional time is needed, employees should discuss their options with HR before their leave ends.
🤝 Acknowledgement and Compliance
Employees must acknowledge this policy and comply with its procedures. Non-compliance may affect their leave eligibility or employment status.