SALVATION ARMY CENTRAL TERRITORY NEW COVID POLICY: From Major Carol Huffman… “Greetings, Kroc Krew!
This afternoon USA Central Territory Chief Secretary, Colonel Steven Howard sent the attached email to all employees and officers, and additionally through the ADP payroll system. I would like to help guide you through this communication and these new requirements that apply to all of us. Please read this information carefully.
Here are the important facts regarding this new COVID policy and protocol:
- Employees and officers are required to provide documentation of vaccination status by January 10th. Everyone must download and use the MyADP mobile app on your phone or tablet. All information must be uploaded to the app and will be kept confidential. Detailed instructions for this process can be found in the MyADP instructional guide.
- If you are not vaccinated, you must begin uploading weekly test results in the MyADP app beginning February 9th.
- Employees who choose the testing option must undergo COVID-19 testing at least once every seven days.
- Acceptable tests include tests performed at a point of care (Dr.’s office, pharmacy, covid-19 testing site) and over the counter tests that are proctored by a telehealth professional or observed by a designated TSA representative. More information regarding the TSA representative process will be sent at a later date.
- Please continue to notify your supervisor immediately with a positive COVID test result. Our current COVID guidelines are provided by the Kent County Health Department and state that employees must quarantine for 5 days, be fever free for 24 hours and have their symptoms mostly resolved in order to return to work.
- As a reminder, employees must wear a mask when leaving an enclosed office and while in front facing areas with members and employees.
- We will continue the Kroc COVID safety protocol measures previously implemented of keeping areas wiped down and maintaining social distancing.”
Please make sure to check and read through your email closely for instructions and details on how to complete these processes. Contact Major Huffman or Kristin Hoin with any questions.
$0 REGISTRATION MEMBERSHIP PROMOTION: Do you know someone looking to start their wellness journey in 2022? We’re helping to make things simple by waiving the registration fee on all NEW memberships for a limited time. That’s up to a $50 value! And, there’s never a long-term contract at the Kroc, so it’s easier than ever to Get Into It. See the Welcome Desk or GrKrocCenter.org for more details and to sign up.
WINTER 2 PROGRAM SESSION: Information and registration for our Winter 2 program session can be found throughout the Kroc Center or at GrKrocCenter.org. Below are important dates to remember:
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- Registration Opens: January 10, 2022
- Registration Deadline: February 15, 2022
- Winter 2 Session Begins: February 21, 2022
RESTORING HEALTH: What happens when Fitbits and Friends work together? Improving health and wellness through behavior is not easy at any age. It is even more difficult as we age. Beginning this February, the Kroc Center is reaching out into the community to help older adults improve their health and wellness by empowering them with a Fitbit and a small group of encouraging friends. The Restoring Health program is a partnership with The Hispanic Center and the Grand Rapids African American Health Institute to enroll up to 30 older adults in this innovative 14-week program. If you have any questions about the program, please see Chris Reinsma.
REMINDERS OF THE WEEK: Here are some of the topics you can expect to be covered at daily morning and afternoon huddle meetings…
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- CUSTOMER SERVICE FOCUS: Service Recovery
- SAFETY: Alcohol or Drug Use
- CORE VALUE: We value all people as children of God. The Kroc Center intentionally strives to reflect and embrace the diverse population we serve.
OPEN POSITIONS: Visit the Central Territory’s ADP Recruitment system for all job postings and to submit applications online. We appreciate you sharing opportunities with friends and family! Current openings include: Lifeguard; Welcome Desk Lead; Group Exercise Instructor; Recreation Program Manager; General Manager.
LIFEGUARD TRAINING: In light of our current lifeguard needs, and in recognition of the roughly 40 hours of training required for new hires, we are instituting a new program, effective immediately. In addition to covering the cost of lifeguard training, new lifeguards will be reimbursed for their training time. A one-time reimbursement of $400 will be provided after 90 days of employment. Please refer anyone who may be interested to Jessica Viau.
Send an email to RJ Kroc if you see someone going above and beyond for our guests! Here are some examples observed this week:
- Margarita sends thanks to all the people on the fitness and facilities teams who helped with the successful New Year, New You event.
- Jake Delosh was a multitasking Green Dot wizard… while conducting a Teen Fit Permit orientation, he paused briefly to demonstrate an exercise for another member he overheard asking about it – from across the room!
- Lily at the WD helping a member locate misplaced car keys.
- Allison Dyke welcoming new class participants and showing them to their classes.
- Facilities keeping the parking lot and sidewalks cleared for our members throughout the snowy days.
Here are some of the upcoming events and groups at the Kroc Center:
- U-PREP program: Tuesday & Thursday mornings, 8:30-10:30am, Fireside & Gymnasium
Be sure to wish a Happy Birthday to our Kroc Krew colleagues:
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Alina Praamsma – 1/11
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Solange Vera – 1/11
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Lesley Greene– 1/14
