UC Assure - Solutions

Let US Assure a better tomorrow

In an era where new funding is even harder to secure and the economic outlook is questionable, you are forced to do more work with less. You have a mission, and here’s where we can help.

Because your organization is a 501(c)(3), Native American tribe or public employer, federal legislation has been put in place to help you provide for the greater good. You can protect your balance sheet while at the same time achieving significant savings over what you are paying in unemployment tax.

UC Assure helps you navigate risks while taking advantage of this tax benefit. As the pioneer in unemployment solutions for non-profits, public entities and tribal organizations, UC Assure has a team of experts who will concentrate on your unemployment compensation needs while you focus on your mission.

Save up to 60% on the costs associated with the state tax for unemployment compensation, in any state, across the nation.

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A Look at the Savings

Taxable Payroll	$2,500,000	$4,500,000	$6,500,000	$8,500,000	$10,500,000
Unemployment Tax Rate	2.0%	2.0%	2.0%	2.0%	2.0%
State Tax	$50,000	$90,000	$130,000	$170,000	$210,000
UC Assure Program Cost	$25,000	$45,000	$65,000	$85,000	$105,000
Savings	$25,000	$45,000	$65,000	$85,000	$105,000

These examples are for demonstration purposes only. In order to learn more, or receive a quote developed specifically for your organization, call 1.800.628.8581.

Complete Risk Management Solution

At UC Assure, we offer a true turnkey solution. In addition to a fixed rate, UC Assure protects your budget from unexpected costs. What’s more, a third-party administrator deals directly with your state on all your unemployment claims, protecting you from overpayment errors, and saving you time and effort managing every level of the claims process.

Once you become a UC Assure client, you will receive:

Complete assistance and guidance transitioning from the state unemployment tax system to reimbursing status.
An experienced and dedicated Account Manager assigned specifically to your organization to ensure you receive the best possible service.
The value-added services of the nation’s leader in unemployment claims management and a dedicated staff of professionals always there to meet the needs of our clients.
Fixed rate calculation based on your prior unemployment charging and other factors. This makes UC Assure the most exact alternative funding method, while continuing to provide budget certainty.
Quarterly electronic reporting of all unemployment activity, plus bulletins on the most recent legislative changes and trends.

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UC Assure can customize an approach specifically for your organization’s unique set of circumstances. We offer a number of coverage alternatives to protect your organization and limit your liability – all while enjoying significant savings over what you currently pay.

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Our Mineral® Partnership

UC Assure has a partnership with Mineral (fka ThinkHR) that we provide to our clients at no additional cost as part of our comprehensive program.

HR and compliance is complicated—but it doesn’t have to be. At Mineral, we’ve made it our mission to take the guesswork out of HR and compliance so you can manage workplace challenges with confidence. From expert guidance and resources to proactive alerts, we’re your one-stop ticket to a healthier organization.

Mineral Platform™

You've got HR and compliance questions. The Mineral Platform™ has answers.

Powered by an innovative mix of data, technology and human expertise, Mineral Platform offers everything you need to keep your organization on track.

Smart Employee Handbook
HR Compliance Library
Proactive To-Dos
Learn: Employee
Training Courses
Job Description Library
Salary Compare
Compliance Calendar
HR Assessment
Benefits Document Creator
OSHA Log
...and so much more!

Mineral Intelligence™

If it seems like federal and state employment regulations are constantly changing, that’s because they are. Mineral Intelligence keeps you ahead of the compliance curve with proactive notifications and tangible action items that are tailored to your business.

MORE TIME & MONEY.
LESS PAPERWORK.
COMPLETE COMPLIANCE.
TOTAL STABILITY.

Claims Processing

Dedicated claims & account representative
Prompt and accurate claims administration
Protest filing and outcome notifications
Management reports and workshops
Compliance with UI integrity legislations

Hearing Administration

Prehearing preparation
Professional Representation for all hearings
Post-hearing follow-up

Auditing

Benefits charged to account
Protest overpayments
Contest errors

Legislative Services

Keeps clients informed of Unemployment insurance law changes
Newsletters, bulletins and tips

Program Benefits

UC Assure can provide relief to an overburdened HR department. Our turnkey system allows your in-house HR professionals the luxury of focusing on existing employees, not former ones. Ready to leave the system? Ready to make your life easier and more efficient? Here are just a few of the benefits offered by the UC Assure program:

First Dollar Coverage – No deductible to pay, eligible unemployment charges paid from $1 up to the bond limit.
Budget Normalization – Fixed rate provides for a stable budget and reduces spikes in benefit charges at inopportune times.
Easy Reporting to UC Assure – Quarterly payments are based on the previous quarter’s gross payroll thus eliminating unexpected billing at the end of the year.
Licensed Insurance Provider – UC Assure is provided by Ohio Indemnity Company, a fully licensed carrier and authorized to assume the responsibility for, and repayment of, covered unemployment claims.
Individual Unemployment Risk Management Bond – An individual surety bond is provided directly to your organization guaranteeing the payment of your covered charges vs. the performance of a 3rd party.
Fixed Rate Calculation – The rate is calculated based on prior unemployment charges and other factors, the calculation of the rate makes UC Assure the most exact alternative possible while continuing to provide budget certainty.
Effective and Efficient Communication with Third Party Administrator and Employer – Open and clear communication on all unemployment issues.
Payment of Unemployment Charges to the State – Ohio Indemnity Company pays your covered charges directly to the state.

Claims Administration

As unemployment compensation regulations become increasingly complicated and burdensome, employers are required to have experience in order to effectively manage unemployment claims for their businesses. UC Assure offers a comprehensive set of solutions to ease the frustrations of the unemployment insurance compensation system.

UC Assure has fostered decade-long relationships with industry-leading claims administrators to ensure that our clients receive customer service that is second to none. Coupled with our team’s dedicated account managers, our partners in claims administration can assist your non-profit in navigating difficult administrative issues regarding unemployment.

In addition, our coverage offers hearing representation and consultation in advance to prepare your non-profit with effective documentation and disciplinary best practices. These precautions and procedures can save your entity time and energy navigating difficult compliance matters and can result in more favorable outcomes.

Communication with our clients is key. UC Assure adds the layer of an internal client care specialist to ensure ease of communication and help confirm that all your unemployment program’s expectations are met.

With our partners in claims administration, UC Assure can help streamline your non-profit’s claims processing, provide consultations with your team on appeals and hearing representation, and audit benefit charge activities — all the while saving you time, energy, and money.

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