Time Off

We understand that everyone needs time off to heal, relax and
refresh. Children’s Mercy offers multiple time off benefits in
addition to an accrual-based paid time off program.

Extended Illness Time

EIT can replace your earnings if you are unable to work for an extended period due to your medical condition. You accrue extended illness time for each hour you work, with a limit of 120 hours. (Not available to school-based team members.)

Leaves of Absence

You may be eligible to take a leave of absence if you’re not able to come to work for an extended period. Leaves are available for family, medical, personal, military and education needs.

Take Care Hours

Each team member receives up to eight extra hours of paid time off annually to care for their wellbeing and the wellbeing of their communities.

Family Pay

Family Pay can replace your earnings if you’re unable to work for an extended period to care for an immediate family member with a serious medical condition or for bonding time with a new family member. You may be eligible for up to three scheduled work weeks in a rolling 12-month period.