FMLA intermittent leave
Time off taken in separate blocks for psychiatric treatment under the Family and Medical Leave Act, allowing employees to attend therapy sessions or manage mental health episodes while maintaining job protection.
Full Definition
FMLA intermittent leave refers to time off taken in separate, non-consecutive periods for psychiatric treatment under the Family and Medical Leave Act. This arrangement allows employees to attend regular therapy sessions, partial hospitalization programs, or manage recurring mental health episodes while maintaining job protection. Unlike continuous FMLA leave, intermittent leave can be taken in increments as small as one hour, making it particularly suitable for outpatient psychiatric care. Employers may require medical certification and periodic recertification for intermittent psychiatric leave.
Usage
Usage note: Requires specific medical justification and cannot be used for routine appointments that could be scheduled outside work hours.
In Context
- "The patient's employer approved FMLA intermittent leave for twice-weekly therapy appointments." — Insurance documentation
- "Documentation must specify that intermittent leave is medically necessary for the patient's psychiatric condition." — FMLA certification form