Employee Benefits
Benefits available to all employees, regardless of hours scheduled per pay period.
- 403(b) Retirement plan
- Earned paid leave (vacation, sick leave and holidays)
- Referral Bonus
- Credit union
- Automatic deposit
- Paid Training
Employer Contributions & Vesting Provisions
Homeward Bound may make a Matching Contribution on your behalf if you make Salary Deferrals to the Plan. The Matching Contribution will vary depending on the number of years you have worked for us. For this purpose, a Year of Service is based on Elapsed Time.
- 1 year of service: Matching Contribution equal to 1% a discretionary percentage
- 2 years of service: Matching Contribution equal to 2% a discretionary percentage
- 3 years of service: Matching Contribution equal to 3% a discretionary percentage
- 4 years of service: Matching Contribution equal to 4% a discretionary percentage
Benefits Available to Eligible Employees
The following benefits available to employees in a position regularly scheduled a minimum of 60 hours per pay period.
Homeward Bound offers a flexible health insurance option through Gravie’s ICHRA program, allowing you to shop for and select a plan that best fits your personal and family needs. You can compare multiple carriers, provider networks, and prescription coverage to build a plan tailored to you. HBI contributes monthly toward your premium, helping offset costs while giving you greater control over your healthcare choices. This contribution is based on your age and family size.
Choose between two Delta Dental plans that provide coverage for preventive, basic, and major dental services. Whether you prefer lower out-of-pocket costs with a PPO network or broader provider access with the Premier network, both options help support routine care and more complex procedures like crowns and orthodontics.
The Unum Vision plan helps you maintain eye health with coverage for routine exams, lenses, frames, and contact lenses. With access to a large network of providers and additional discounts, this plan makes it easier to manage vision care while reducing out-of-pocket expenses for glasses, contacts, and corrective procedures.
Voluntary short-term and long-term disability coverage provides financial protection if you’re unable to work due to a non-work-related illness or injury. These plans replace a portion of your income during recovery, helping you maintain financial stability during unexpected life events. Short-term disability also includes coverage for maternity leave.
Homeward Bound provides company-paid life insurance equal to one-time your annual salary (up to plan limits), offering peace of mind that your loved ones will have financial support in the event of your passing at no cost to you.
You have the option to purchase additional life insurance coverage for yourself, your spouse, and your children. This supplemental coverage allows you to better plan for future financial obligations such as housing, education, or income replacement, with flexible coverage amounts to meet your needs.
FSAs allow you to set aside pre-tax dollars to pay for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses, such as copays, prescriptions, childcare, and more. This reduces your taxable income and helps you save money while budgeting for predictable out-of-pocket costs throughout the year.
Accident insurance provides direct cash benefits if you or a covered family member experience a covered accidental injury. These payments can be used however you choose, helping cover medical bills, lost income, or everyday expenses not covered by traditional insurance.
This voluntary coverage provides fixed cash payments for hospital admissions and stays, helping offset expenses like deductibles, copays, and other out-of-pocket costs associated with hospitalization. Benefits are paid directly to you, regardless of other coverage.
Protect yourself and your family from identity theft with comprehensive monitoring, alerts, and recovery support. This benefit includes credit monitoring across major bureaus, assistance replacing lost documents, and financial protection through identity theft insurance.
The EAP offers free, confidential support for a wide range of personal and work-related challenges, including stress, mental health concerns, family issues, and more. Services include 24/7 access to counselors, short-term in-person or virtual sessions, and helpful resources to support your overall well-being.
When traveling more than 100 miles from home, Assist America provides 24/7 emergency support, including medical assistance, travel coordination, and access to global resources. This benefit ensures you and your family have help when unexpected situations arise while away from home.
SmartDollar is a financial wellness program designed to help you take control of your money. Through interactive tools, videos, and coaching, you can build a budget, reduce debt, grow savings, complete your taxes, and improve overall financial confidence, all at your own pace.
Plan for your future with a 403(b) retirement plan that allows you to contribute pre-tax or Roth dollars directly from your paycheck. With automatic enrollment, potential employer matching, and long-term growth opportunities, this benefit helps you build financial security for retirement.
Educational Benefits
Homeward Bound offers a generous education scholarship available to employees in a position regularly scheduled a minimum of 20 hours per pay period working towards a degree to help advance in a career at Homeward Bound.
EducationPartnership with Rasmussen College
Homeward Bound also has a partnership with Rasmussen College. Homeward Bound employees and their immediate family members are eligible for a 10% discount on their tuition at Rasmussen.
Contact Rasmussen for more information. → EducationPartnership with St. Mary’s University
Homeward Bound has an additional partnership with St. Mary’s University with money off per credit taken. $50 off per credit per semester for Online Bachelor’s Programs $70 off per credit per semester for Master’s Programs and Graduate Certificates $90 off per credit per semester for Doctoral Programs
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