Employee Accommodations and Absence Support
About
The Employee Accommodations and Absence Support team provides UMass Amherst employees by providing guidance and assistance for workplace accommodations, leave programs, and other adjustments.
Our goal is to promote an inclusive, accessible, and supportive work environment that enables employees to balance their health, work, and life responsibilities.
Services include:
- Coordinating ADA and other workplace accommodations for employees with disabilities or temporary medical needs.
- Managing leave programs, including FMLA, sick leave, parental leave, and other absence types.
- Advising employees and supervisors on individualized support plans to ensure equitable access and participation.
- Providing resources and guidance to foster a safe, inclusive, and flexible workplace.
Meet the Team
Alisa Bledsoe
Sr. Case Manager, Employee Accommodations and Absence Management
Email:
abledsoe [at] umass [dot] edu
Alisa Bledsoe is the Sr. Case Manager, Employee Accommodations and Absence Management.
Rebecca Coon
Sr. Case Manager, Employee Accommodations and Absence Management
Email:
rebeccacoon [at] umass [dot] edu
Rebecca Coon is the Sr. Case Manager, Employee Accommodations and Absence Management.
Beverly Jerry
Director, Employee Accommodations and Absence Management ADA Coordinator
Email:
bjerry [at] umass [dot] edu
Phone:
(413) 545-7899
Beverly oversees and ensures compliance of all employee leave and accommodation programs across campus.
Erin McClendon
Department Coordinator, Employee Accommodations and Absence Management
Email:
emcclendon [at] umass [dot] edu
Erin McClendon is the Department Coordinator, Employee Accommodations and Absence Management