• Social Security Administration website

No.  An ex-spouse or ex-stepchild(ren) cannot remain on your PEBTF plan after divorce.  You must notify the HR Service Center as soon as possible after the divorce order is signed by a judge.  You can do this by submitting a completed form PEBTF-2, Employee Enrollment/Change Form.  If you fail to report the divorce timely, you may be held responsible for any benefit service costs incurred by your ex-spouse and/or former stepchildren.  You may call PEBTF at 800.522.7279 for further discussion on medical claims while going through a divorce.

• PEBTF Employee Enrollment/Change Form 

Yes.  As long as you are benefits eligible, you may enroll in the PEBTF plans at any time.  Please review the information on benefit plans available on ESS or at www.pebtf.org.  If you need to enroll other dependents, the PEBTF Employee With Child and/or Spouse packet will explain exactly what forms and documentation are needed.

• PEBTF Form Packet - Add or Remove a Spouse and/or Child 
• Instructions - How to Remove Yourself or Dependents from PEBTF Benefits

The commonwealth offers several optional insurance programs you may want to consider.  If you already participate in any of these plans, you should review your current choices to ensure they continue to meet your needs.  You may purchase additional life insurance for yourself or your eligible dependents.  You may also purchase short-term and/or long-term disability coverage. 

For more information, please contact Prudential at 800.893.7316 or visit the website for commonwealth employees. For detailed information or to enroll in critical illness insurance, please contact MetLife at 877.755.7480 x2001 or visit the website for commonwealth employees.

• Prudential website for commonwealth employees
• MetLife website for commonwealth employees

You may be enrolled in other plans offered by the commonwealth. You should review your designated beneficiaries. 

If you have questions, you may contact each provider directly or complete and follow the submission instructions on the forms provided below:

• IRS Form W-4

Other things to think about include updating your Direct Deposit if you decided to make any banking changes.  You may make the change via ESS under Payroll Information, or return a completed Direct Deposit Authorization Form to the HR Service Center.

• Direct Deposit Authorization Form

If you need to change your emergency contacts, add a temporary mailing address or change your permanent home address, you may execute these changes through ESS or by calling the HR Service Center.

The commonwealth offers the State Employee Assistance Program (SEAP) to most employees and their family members.  SEAP provides assistance with a variety of personal issues including, substance abuse, mental health, family issues, legal and financial consultations.  SEAP can be reached 24/7 at 800.692.7459.

• SEAP Program Website