Hello

I am responsible for HR at a nonprofit. We have 15 employees. One of the employees will be going on maternity leave for three months beginning in February. Company policy allows an employee up to 4 months of unpaid maternity leave (unused accrued sick and vacation time can be substituted for unpaid leave). Since I have no HR background, I do not know what I need to do (i.e. what documents are required, what information am i responsible to give the employee, FMLA requirements, SDI issues, extended leave issues, etc.). I would appreciate any comments and advice. Thank you.

If you are under 50 employees, then FMLA does not apply to you. I'd suggest contacting the state department of labor for information on the employer's obligations with regard to state disability insurance, etc.