Claims Process. The State and the Union agree that behaviors that contribute to a hostile, humiliating, or intimidating environment are unacceptable and shall not be tolerated. Providers who believe they are subject to such behavior by any agent of the State should first attempt resolution through the AFH Provider Complaint Resolution Process. The Provider should initiate the process as soon as possible, but no later than ninety (90) days from the occurrence of any incident. If resolution is not reached through the Complaint Process within thirty (30) days, the Provider may report their concerns directly to the OHA/DHS Director or designee. The OHA/DHS Director or designee shall provide a written response within thirty (30) days. No Provider shall be subject to retaliation for filing a complaint, giving a statement or otherwise participating in the administration of this process. The written response/decision of the DHS/OHA Director under this Section is not grievable under this Agreement.
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Samples: Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement, Collective Bargaining Agreement
Claims Process. The State and the Union agree that behaviors that contribute to a hostile, humiliating, or intimidating environment are unacceptable and shall not be tolerated. Providers who believe they are subject to such behavior by any agent of the State should first attempt resolution through the AFH Provider Complaint Resolution Process. The Provider should initiate the process as soon as possible, but no later than ninety (90) days from the occurrence of any incident. If resolution is not reached through the Complaint Process within thirty (30) days, the Provider may report their concerns directly to the OHA/DHS ODHS Director or designee. The OHA/DHS ODHS Director or designee shall provide a written response within thirty (30) days. No Provider shall be subject to retaliation for filing a complaint, giving a statement or otherwise participating in the administration of this process. The written response/decision of the DHSODHS/OHA Director under this Section is not grievable under this Agreement.
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Samples: Letter of Agreement, Letter of Agreement
Claims Process. The State and the Union agree that behaviors that contribute to a hostile, humiliating, or intimidating environment are unacceptable and shall not be tolerated. Providers who believe they are subject to such behavior by any agent of the State should first attempt resolution through the AFH Provider Complaint Resolution Process. The Provider should initiate the process as soon as possible, but no later than ninety (90) days from the occurrence of any incident. If resolution is not reached through the Complaint Process within thirty (30) days, the Provider may report their concerns directly to the OHA/DHS Director or designee. The OHA/DHS Director or designee shall provide a written response within thirty (30) days. No Provider shall be subject to retaliation for filing a complaint, giving a statement or otherwise participating in the administration of this process. The written response/decision of the DHS/OHA Director under this Section is are not grievable under this Agreement.
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Samples: Letter of Agreement
Claims Process. The State and the Union agree that behaviors that contribute to a hostile, humiliating, or intimidating environment are unacceptable and shall not be tolerated. Providers who believe they are subject to such behavior by any agent of the State should first attempt resolution through the AFH Provider Complaint Resolution Process. The Provider should initiate the process as soon as possible, but no later than ninety (90) days from the occurrence of any incident. If resolution is not reached through the Complaint Process within thirty (30) days, the Provider may report their concerns directly to the OHA/DHS Director or designee. The OHA/DHS Director or designee shall provide a written response within thirty (30) days. No Provider shall be subject to retaliation for filing a complaint, giving a statement or otherwise participating in the administration of this process. The written response/decision of the DHS/OHA Director under this Section is not grievable under this Agreement.
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Samples: Letter of Agreement