Northeast S.D. Society for Human Resource Management
2011 CHAPTER BOARD MEMBERS
May 2010
April 2011
April’s Lunch Program
Case Managers for Worker’s Comp.
What can they do for your company?
Sheila Mennenga-President
smennenga@watertownmu.com
Tammy Davis- Past- President
tammy.davis@we-online.com
Tuesday, April 12th
12:00 noon - 1:30 PM
Drake Motor Inn, Intersection Hwy 212 & 81
Laurie Gates –President-Elect
lgates@escomfg.com
Use the North Entrance
Bobbie Helwig - Co-VP Programs
bhelwig@enercept.com
Bonnie Friske- Co-Vp Programs
bonnie.friske@brownclinic.org
Julie Hibbert- Certification Rep.
julie.hibbert@terexutilities.com
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How do employers and insurers use case managers in
worker’s compensation cases?
10 things you MUST HAVE from your case manager.
Benefits of using case managers, and when they should
be used.
Forms and guides that will help you manage your lost
time cases.
Julie Plunkett-Diversity Advocate
julie.plunkett@terexutilities.com
Featuring:
Jim Miller, M.Ed. CRC QRC Certified Rehabilitation Counselor
Trevor Mischke -Membership Rep.
tmischke@national.edu
Theresa Tesch - Treasurer
ttesch@watertownsd.us
Charlotte Gamber -Foundation Rep.
gamberc@gmail.com
Steve Hauck - Workforce Readiness
haucks@lakeareatech.edu
Jim has been a Certified Rehabilitation Consultant since 1991 in the
Watertown area. He provides Medical and Vocational field case
management services in eastern Dakota, Western Minnesota and
Northwest Iowa. He also does: On-site Disability Management:
Including Medical Case Management, and Vocational Case Management
in the Watertown area for 20 years. He can assist in identifying
appropriate treatment plans, coordination of specialized care, preparation
of formal Job Analysis, Job Modification, Job Seeking Skills Training,
early return to work programs.
Program Cost:
*Free – NESD SHRM Programs Plus
Members
*$10.00 – NESD SHRM Members
*$20.00 – Non- NESD SHRM Members
*Includes Lunch
Paige Sullivan- Government Affairs
paiges@humanserviceagency.org
Myrna Becht- Secretary
myrnab@benchmarkfoam.com
Laurie Gates -Newsletter/Website
lgates@escomfg.com
RSVP no later than Friday, 4/8 , 2011
Approved for 1
Recertification Credit
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R S V P : P l e a s e RSVP under the "Meetings and Events"
tab on the NESD SHRM Chapter website:
http://nesd.shrm.org
From the President
~ By Sheila Mennenga
This
morning I received
notification that our chapter
has been awarded the 2010
Silver EXCEL Award. This
award, formerly called the
Chapter Achievement Award,
recognizes
outstanding
achievements
in
chapter
operations and a commitment
to
providing
meaningful
programs and services to its
members.
It
also
is
recognition of our chapter’s
continued
growth
and
development as a business
leader.
This award is no
April Fool’s joke to those
who contribute to the
success of our chapter,
especially our 2010 chapter
president, Tammy Davis.
Tammy worked tirelessly last
year to lead our chapter in
this
new
endeavor
of
achievement and on behalf of
our entire chapter, I want to
say “thank you” to Tammy
for her efforts. Great job,
Tammy, and to everyone in
our NESD SHRM chapter!
Tammy’s leadership in 2010
has set the bar high for the
2011 board and we are up to
the challenge. One of our
goals this year is to make
sure we continue to provide
value
to
our
current
members and your input
during our recent phone
survey was very helpful towards this goal. Your feedback helped
us understand what you like about your chapter membership…and
provided us with some ideas on how we can improve. Thank you
for taking the time to share honestly with us and know that your
suggestions are always welcome and will be used for planning
future chapter activities and programs.
I also want to thank all of you who completed the 2011
Compensation and Benefit survey. Those of you who have
participated in the past know how valuable this data is. If you
haven’t completed the survey yet, but still want to take part,
please contact Laurie Gates at lgates@escomfg.com today…time
is running out to participate (remember…survey participants
receive a substantial discount on the survey results).
As we wrap up our membership renewal for 2011, I want to
recognize new members who have joined our chapter so far in
2011:
Amber Dahl – Angus Palm
Cheryl Retterath – Innovative Pain Center
Chris Carter – Watertown Public Opinion
Lee Anderson – Terex Utilities
Lindsey Frederick – Twin City Die Casting Company
Marsha Spiering - DJO
Sandy Soda – Saputo Cheese
Sarah Morrow – OEM
Thanks to all of you for your renewal and for joining NESD SHRM!
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Mark your calendar for our May program!
“Putting a Positive Spin on Safety”
May 10th, 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
The Drake
Featuring Tom Slattery, CSP, ARM; Manager Occupational Safety & Health
Free: Membership Plus
$10- Members
$20 Non-Members
R S V P : P l e a s e RSVP by May 6th under the "Meetings and Events" tab on the NESD
SHRM Chapter website: http://nesd.shrm.org
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MISSION STATEMENT
NESD
SHRM
Chapter’s
purpose is to advance the
Human Resource profession
by
providing
educational
opportunities,
legislative
updates,
informational
programs, and a network to
facilitate ideas, as well as
promoting and encouraging
membership and professional
development
through
participation in the National
SHRM organization.
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MembershipNet
Annual Conference
Government Representation
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2011 BENEFIT TRENDS~ SHRM.org
Several employee benefits trends
that were prevalent throughout 2010
are likely to continue into 2011.
Here are some of the more
pervasive developments, according
to authoritative surveys and the
views of experts and employers:
Cost containment. Employers will adopt various tactics for limiting
their health care cost increases; many will increase employees’ share
of costs by raising deductibles, co-payments and coinsurance.
Consumer-directed health plans. They will continue to gain favor
as a coverage option. Some employers will make a consumerdirected plan the only option, as more employees are pressed to take
more responsibility for their health care choices and the costs of
those choices. Fifty-eight percent of employers surveyed by Towers
Watson in May said health care reform will drive large employers to
adopt consumer-directed health plans as the only type of health plan
for their active employees.
Wellness programs. They will continue to be used as tools for
helping health plan participants improve and manage their health and
thereby hold down their long-term health costs.
Retiree health benefits. These plans will fade further from the
picture of employer-sponsored benefits.
Generics. Efforts will continue to move health plan participants to
switch from brand-name to generic prescription medications, and
employees’ share of prescription drug costs will continue to rise.
Savings by default. Automatic enrollment of employees into 401(k)
plans will continue, as will adoption of other automatic processes for
401(k)s, such as increases in employees’ contribution levels.
Thought for the Month:
Perpetual optimism is
a force multiplier.
Annuities. The availability of annuities as a distribution option for
401(k) accounts will likely increase. A Towers Watson survey found
that almost a quarter of employers with 401(k) plans offer annuities
~ Colin Powell
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Tools You Can Use!
SHRM Foundation News
From National SHRM
National
SHRM members
have access to dozens of
guides, tools, and resources to
help
them
manage
the
businesses and departments
better, and new information is
continuously being added to
the website. Here’s just a few
of the new items posted
recently:
Toolkits Available
(to members only):
Avoiding Adverse Impact
Avoiding Individual Liability for
the HR Professional
Complying With U.S. Wage
and Hour and Wage Payment
Laws
Developing and Sustaining
Employee Engagement
SHRM Foundation News:
Effective Practice Guidelines
If you are like most HR professionals, you probably lack the time to keep up
with the latest research findings in human resource management. Yet
knowing which HR practices have been shown by research to be effective
can help you in your role as an HR professional. The SHRM Foundation’s
Effective Practice Guidelines are a series of reports that distill the latest
research findings and expert opinion into specific advice on how to conduct
effective HR practice. They are written in a concise, easy-to-read style to
provide practical information to help you do your job better.
The SHRM Foundation publishes new reports each year. Recent reports
include Onboarding New Employees: Maximizing Success and The Search
for Executive Talent: Understanding the Process and Setting It in Motion.
Onboarding New Employees: Maximizing Success will explain how
onboarding fits into the larger business context, what new employees can do
to help facilitate their own orientation process and why onboarding is a
critical part of an effective talent management strategy.
Developing Management
Guarding Against Identity
Theft: HR’s Role
Managing Difficult Employees
and Disruptive Behaviors
Managing Human Resources
for a Company in Bankruptcy
Managing Human Resources
in a Small Organization
Managing Human Resources
in Mergers and Acquisitions
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The Search for Executive Talent: Understanding the Process and Setting It
in Motion provides an overview of the executive search process and offers
specific research-based recommendations for increasing its success rate.
Other titles in the series include Employment Downsizing and Its
Alternatives, Recruiting and Attracting Talent; Retaining Talent;
Developing Leadership Talent; Implementing Total Rewards Strategy;
Learning System Design; Employee Engagement and Commitment; and
more. All of the titles are available as free .pdf downloads under "SHRM
Foundation Products" on the Foundation website
(www.shrm.org/foundation). The Effective Practice Guidelines series is
made possible by your tax-deductible contributions to the SHRM
Foundation.
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NESD SHRM Communications Disclaimer:
Our chapter, or its Board of Directors, accept no liability for the content of this
newsletter or for the consequences of any actions taken on the basis of the
information provided, unless that information is subsequently confirmed in writing.
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MARCH BOARD MEETING MINUTES ~ By Myrna Becht
The March 2011 NESD SHRM Board meeting was held Tuesday, March 29th at Past Times. The meeting was
called to order by President Sheila Mennenga. All members were present excluding Trevor Mischke and
Bobbie Helwig. Motion was requested to approve the February 2011 Meeting Minutes with no corrections or
additions. Motion so moved by Tammy, seconded by Julie Plunkett. All Yea’s, no Nay’s. Motion carried.
Member Reports
Past President Report: Tammy reported that she is expecting to hear from National SHRM on the 2010
SHAPE (SHRM Affiliate Program for Excellence) status by the end of the month.
President Elect Report: Laurie provided a report on the 2011 NESD SHRM Compensation and Benefit
Survey. To date, nine businesses have submitted their surveys to Kathleen. She has started calling the
2009 participants to remind them of the Friday, April 1st deadline. Those who have completed the survey
reported that the new electronic format has sped up the process significantly. Additional time to complete the
survey may be available to those businesses that need it.
Treasurer Report: Theresa reported on the February financials.
Membership Report: In Trevor’s absence, Sheila reported on membership renewals and on National
members-at-large in the area who are not affiliated with our chapter. Board members are encouraged to
make calls to those on the National member-at-large list to encourage membership at the chapter level. The
board also agreed to provide a membership to the teacher at LATI who is responsible for the HR track of the
Business Associates program. Discussion was held on NESD SHRM scholarship opportunities for Lake Area
Tech HR students. Steve will check into further.
SHRM Foundation Representative Report: Charlotte provided a Foundation Recap for 2010 from the State
SHRM Council. They had an overall decrease in contributions. The goal for the National 2011 Annual
Campaign has been set at $924,000.
Discussion was held on possibilities for raising money for the Foundation. Charlotte will check into a fund
raising opportunity through Pizza Ranch – possibly September 12th.
Diversity Advocate Report: Julie reported on the Diversity Event. Attendance for Friday was just under 50
people. Saturday’s attendance topped 700 people. Last year’s Diversity Event brought in 300, so this year
was a great success. The event was viewed very well in the community and board members have received
some very positive feedback.
Government Affairs Representative Report: No Report.
Workforce Readiness Advocate Report: Steve reported on the lean series taking place at Lake Area
currently. Serve Safe is being offered on May 12th. Steve is also working on some supervisor/management
training similar to the lean training for manufacturing. The job fair for manufacturing was held at LATI and
went very well.
Certification Representative Report: Julie reported that April 15th is the deadline for certification. Everything
is up to date for credit approval on programs scheduled through May.
Co-Chairs of Programs Report: Bonnie reported on the schedule for the remainder of the year. Possible
topics: Financial Bootcamp, Drug and Alcohol with Jean Bender as the primary speaker, following up with a
panel discussion (Oct), Supervisor Training – discussion was held on whether or not we could partner with
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LATI – Steve, Bonnie and Bobbie will discuss further. Other options: FMLA and Handbooks/Policies
discussions.
Old Business: Board Job Descriptions have been reviewed and updated. If nothing was turned in, the job
description will remain the same.
New Business: Sheila reported on the State Council meeting in Chamberlain – working on strategic plans for
the State. We reviewed our Chapter 2011 Strategic Plan.
Pinnacle Project Update: Reviewed the membership survey. Overall, we received very positive comments
and members were very open. Committee will meet again to discuss what can be improved. Any
suggestions are welcome.
Discussion was held on possibly including a member spotlight in the monthly newsletter. Several ideas on an
order for spotlight members were discussed.
D&O Insurance (Director and Officer) discussed. The cost would be approximately $500 per year. In
summary, according to SD Codified Law 47-23-2.1, “No director, trustee, committee member, or officer
serving without compensation is liable …….unless the act or omission involved willful or wanton misconduct.”
Although the group did not feel that there was a need to purchase this insurance because of the protection
offered under this codified law, the discussion was tabled until the April board meeting pending additional
information and direction from the State SHRM Council.
Mayor’s Committee for People with Disabilities is looking for sponsors. Jerry Jewel will be the speaker. We
do not have funds in our budget designated, but Sheila will have him fill out the request form and we will
discuss further. The event is again going to be held at 5:00 pm in October. Last year we did not donate.
Motion to adjourn was made by Tammy, seconded by Theresa. Meeting was adjourned.
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Upcoming SHRM Events:
*2011 State SHRM Conference, 5/18- 5/20,
Deadwood
http://nesd.shrm.org/events/2011/05/2011-state-conference
Take the gamble and join us for “HR . . . A Business’s Trump Card”, where you will learn how to be that ace-in-the-hole
key resource, with a winning edge for your business!
* Carpooling available. Please contact Sheila Mennenga at smennenga@watertownmu.com or 882-6233, for details.
SHRM 2011 Annual Conference and Exposition, 6/26 - 6/29,
Las Vegas
http://annual.shrm.org/chapters
The next two years will be the turning point for our profession and a vital time for the recovery of our nation. That’s why
we have designed the 2011 Annual Conference to offer courses that go beyond anything we have done in the past. The
event will feature the largest number of practitioners, strategic business management sessions and health care
sessions ever. We know what the future holds for our profession, and we know that without a plan in place it could
mean the difference between boom or bust for the nation.
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