Human Resources

Employee Handbook

The Company
What is Ascend Inc.?
Our Products
Our Clients
Our Goals

Employment Practices and Policies
Open Door Policy
Employment at Will
Equal Opportunity Employment
Anti Harassment Policy
Performance Evaluations
Personnel and Medical Records
Work Schedule
Break and Meal periods

Compensation
Exployment Status
Time and Attendance
Pay period, checks, and direct deposit
Ending Employment

Benefits
Health and Dental Care
Insurance continuation (COBRA)
401(k) Retirement Plan
Unemployment Insurance
Worker’s Compensation

Time Off
Vacations
Holidays
Paid Time Off
Bereavement Leave
Jury Duty
Family and Medical Leave
Disability Insurance

Ascend Inc. is made up of 5 full time employees. The salaries range from 40k to 80k per person, plus benefits. Paychecks are distributed every two weeks. Benefits include health and dental care, COBRA, unemployment insurance, worker’s compensation and a 401(k).
If work flow is heavy and we need additional help, freelancers will be hired to cover these times. Freelancers will be hired from temp agencies, or at the discretion of the creative director. Interns will also work at Ascend Inc., and will receive a small monetary compensation, as well as school credit.
Work hours are from Monday - Friday, from 9 to 5. This includes a one hour lunch break. Employees are given off 10 days per year for legal holidays. They also have 12 paid vacation days. The employee is also allowed 12 sick days.
The principal is responsible for performance evaluations, salary changes, and disciplinary actions.