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One undeniable loss while teleworking is the casual "water cooler" conversation that connects us to people. If you're not used to it, full-time remote work can feel isolating. Everyone needs socialization, and as a remote worker, you may find yourself needing it more than when you were in the office. Remember: You're working from home, not the moon. Use technology to stay connected! Your department or a network of work friends may choose to schedule online social time to have conversations with no agenda. Embrace video calling and webcams so you can actually see each other.

Let’s say that you’re totally engrossed in a presentation that you’ve been working on for weeks. In fact, you’re so absorbed in what you’re doing that you don’t realize that you’re now sitting even closer to your screen. Just like the rest of your body, you need to give your eyeballs a break when you work from home. Protect your eyes by looking away from your screen every 20 minutes or so for at least 30 seconds or longer. That will give your eyes a chance to recuperate and avoid eye strain and potential headaches. Set reminders if needed.

Less than 1/4 of American adults get the recommended amounts of both aerobic and muscle-strengthening exercise, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). As a remote worker, you have extra time in your day that you don’t have to waste commuting into an office. Use that time to exercise and move. Reap the health benefits of exercise by opting for a lunchtime walk, a virtual yoga session with your spouse, or a quick 20-minute workout. Make time to stretch specific areas of the body that may be strained from prolong sitting like your back, neck and hips.

When you’re home alone, no one is there to judge you for eating six cookies for breakfast, but your body won’t thank you in the long run. To avoid unhealthy eating habits, make sure your fridge is stocked with healthy food options and plan out your meals snacks ahead of time. Stick to an eating schedule just as you would during a normal week of working in the office. Eat meals away from your desk. Set caffeine limits and don’t forget to drink water. Portion out your healthy snacks and make them easily accessible so that you’re less tempted to mindlessly munch on sweets and junk food.

Unemployment compensation is an insurance program that helps unemployed workers. Unemployment benefits are paid out of employer taxes. Workers do not pay any part of the cost of unemployment benefits, but the benefits are subject to federal income tax. Ohio Job and Family Services (ODJFS) processes requests for unemployment compensation benefits and helps individuals find employment. Unemployment claims for Kent State University are processed by the Records Department.

Job descriptions document the basic function, characteristic job duties, reporting relationships, working conditions and qualifications for each position.  It is the responsibility of each department head to ensure that current job descriptions are on file with Compensation. Please note: Job descriptions illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that may be assigned and should not be interpreted to describe all of the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required of a position.