Effective Plan Dates: Jan 1, 2026 — Dec 31, 2026

Disability Insurance

In the event you become disabled from a non-work-related injury or sickness, disability income benefits are provided as a source of income. This coverage is paid by the Diocese of Columbus. Disability benefits must be approved by a physician and the disability provider.

Short Term Disability

Short Term Disability (STD) is an employer paid benefit that provides partial income protection if you are unable to work due to an illness or injury. Your benefit covers a portion of your weekly salary up to 13 weeks. Benefits begin on the 8th day of disability.

Eligibility Short Term Disability
Eligibility All active full-time employees working at least 30 hours per week
Benefits Begin 8th Day
Benefit Duration 13 Weeks
Weekly Benefit % 65% of Weekly Salary
Maximum Weekly Benefit $2,000

Long Term Disability

Long Term Disability (LTD) is an employer paid benefit that provides partial income protection if you are unable to work due to an illness or injury. Your benefit covers a portion of your monthly salary after 90 days and it can last up to Social Security normal retirement age.

Eligibility Long Term Disability
Eligibility All active full-time employees working at least 30 hours per week
Benefits Begin After 90 days
Benefit Duration Social Security Normal Retirement Age (SSNRA)
Weekly Benefit % 40% of monthly base earnings
Maximum Weekly Benefit $5,000

Long Term Disability Buy Up

As an employee, you have the option to purchase additional Long Term Disability (LTD) coverage. The buy up plan would increase your benefit to 65% of your monthly base earnings up to a maximum of $7,500 per month. For additional information, including the cost, speak with a benefit counselor or contact Human Resources.

STD_Class 1_Benefit Summary
LTD_Class 1_Benefit Summary

Disability Insurance

Short-Term Disability (STD)

Long-Term Disability