Benefits and Insurance

Human Resource Management Insurance and Benefits Page

Financial Support

A guide to applying for SNAP benefits

Funding Uncertainty and Mental Health

The Financial Uncertainty and Mental Health Guide offers outreach plans, early screening tools, and detailed mental health strategies tailored to students, postdocs, faculty, staff, and international scholars—along with self-care toolkits and guidance for those impacted by job loss. Its goal is to reduce stigma, promote resilience, and provide institutional advocacy and support.

Behavioral Sciences Center

Offers outpatient treatment, including evaluation, medication management, and psychotherapy. Also, offers academic and neuropsychological testing to determine the presence of attention, learning, or psychological disorders affecting the following areas: intelligence, academic performance, memory, attention and concentration, and psychological functioning. For more information, call (504) 412-1580.

Campus Assistance Program (CAP)

Offers problem assessment, short-term counseling, and community referral information, as well as a 24-hour crisis line for employees, faculty, staff and their immediate family members. CAP services are free of charge and confidential. For the crisis line or to make an appointment, call (504) 568-8888.

Campus Police

The campus police are here to help you, and your safety and security are their primary goal. The chief is available to consult with you about any potential safety issues. Additionally, they have police officers that have been trained specifically to deal with individuals who have been victims of domestic violence and other crimes. For emergencies or additional information, call (504) 568-8999.

Department of Communication Disorders

Provides comprehensive assessments, interventions, and treatments in speech-language pathology and audiology. For more information call (504) 568-4348.

Drug Testing Program

The types of urine drug tests conducted are Post-Job Offer, Reasonable Suspicion/Cause, Periodic Monitoring/Aftercare, Post-Accident, and Random. Medical Review Officer services are part of LSUHSC-NO's drug testing program. For more information, call (504) 568-8888. 

Faculty Handbook

The LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans Faculty Handbook

Wellness Center

Offers cardiovascular and strength-training equipment, free weights, group exercise classes, and individual fitness assessments. Amenities include locker rooms, shower facilities, saunas, wireless internet, lounge and snack bar area. Located on the 3rd and 4th floors of Stanislaus Hall. For more information, call (504) 568-3700.

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