Purpose:
To encourage the development of Mission Health leadership by providing assistance in pursuing graduate education.
Eligibility:
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Must be a current department director with Mission Healthfor a minimum of two years prior to applying to LEAP.
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Must be accepted and/or enrolled in a graduate program that supports and would enhance current and/or future leadership position.
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Must have approval of supervising Vice President and Vice President of Human Resources.
Award Amounts:
Please contact HR Direct Connect at 828-213-5600 or e-mail HRDirectConnect@msj.org
Passing Criteria for Continuation of LEAP Funding:
Must maintain a minimum GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Program Commitment:
In return for participating in the LEAP, department directors agree to continue working in a leadership position at Mission Health. This work commitment will be 2,080 hours of employment in a leadership position for each year or part of a year that the department director receives LEAP funding. Repayment of the award is required if work commitment is not met. Applicable State and Federal taxation regulations apply.
