In your opinion, why have mental health benefits moved so much more to the forefront of company healthcare packages?
While Golden Hippo has always prioritized our employees’ mental health, conversations about employees’ mental wellbeing have become more frequent and significant since the COVID-19 pandemic. Both employees and employers are recognizing the connection between mental health and workplace satisfaction, making mental health benefits an important part of maintaining a positive and thriving work environment. By providing mental health services, employers are investing in their employees on a larger scale and making sure they feel that all of their health concerns are being recognized. Additionally, by emphasizing mental health benefits, companies are helping to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health and creating a more comfortable environment for employees to speak up regarding their concerns and get the help they need.
What custom mental health benefits do you offer?
Our company culture remains strong, healthy, and innovative when we manage stress, anxiety, and daily life in a productive way; therefore, we encourage our employees to take ‘sick days’ to focus on their mental well-being. Through our extensive, award winning health benefits, employees have access to a wide range of mental health resources and providers that can support and help find the care they need. Our Employee Assistance Program gives employees opportunities to reach out to specialists for help with work/life balance, and provides licensed professional counselors to help with a variety of mental health struggles. Our EAP website also has a wealth of resources surrounding mental health, with webinars covering topics such as mental illness, suicide prevention, healthy sleep habits, and more.
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In your opinion, why have mental health benefits moved so much more to the forefront of company healthcare packages?
At Sephora, we deeply value the wellbeing of our employees and know that they all have unique needs. With over 70,000 employees in the US, we understand that human beings have lives and needs outside of their normal working hours in our stores, distribution centers, or offices. Through continuous communication, surveys, and feedback, we discovered that our employees are very focused on improving their mental health – and we want to give them the tools, resources, and benefits to do that.
What custom mental health benefits do you offer?
Since we understand that everyone is on a unique mental health journey, we have made sure to provide a variety of tools, resources, and benefits to our employee to support an entire spectrum of needs. We offer an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Cigna as well as a Headspace Care membership, which provide free health coaching, therapy, and psychiatry services to employees and their dependents. We also have worked with our medical insurance providers to ensure our medical plans cover all mental health needs for our employees. Another option for our employees is medical leave of absence if extended time is needed for an employee to take care of their mental health. In addition to these tangible benefits, Sephora is proud to foster a culture where employees are supported by their leadership and teams in times of need. Cultivating a sense of belonging and care within our teams helps our employees know that it’s okay to not be okay sometimes, and we have resources to help in their mental health journey.
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In your opinion, why have mental health benefits moved so much more to the forefront of company healthcare packages?
“There’s no question that the pandemic has had multiple layers of effects on the relationship between companies and their employees over the last 2-3 years. Initially, it created a lot of psychological stress and anxiety for safety around work, life, and family. Later, the global shift towards remote work removed geographical barriers to changing jobs, which led to a very hot labor market beginning in 2021. While that has cooled somewhat, unemployment remains at historically low levels. Employers have responded by enhancing their benefits offerings with a greater focus on wellbeing in order to attract and support their people as the working relationship has continued to evolve.” – Denis Hickey, VP Total Rewards & People Operations at Gympass
What custom mental health benefits do you offer?
“At Gympass, we are committed to prioritizing and providing support to our employees on their own mission for wellbeing. Our model for wellbeing is based on pillars of Body, Mind, and Life. Taking care of yourself physically through exercise, nutrition, and sleep is the foundation for overall wellbeing. We subsidize our Gympass Gold plan for all employees globally, which enables them to use mindfulness apps such as Calm, Headspace, & Meditopia, visit an incredible network of gym partners, and get personal training and wellness coaching. You can feel it in our culture as our people often get together for team workouts such as yoga, spin, or HIIT workouts. It’s a win-win, the company has a healthier, more committed workforce and they help us continue to evolve and improve the product.” – Denis Hickey, VP Total Rewards & People Operations at Gympass.
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In your opinion, why have mental health benefits moved so much more to the forefront of company healthcare packages?
As a healthcare staffing company, we are probably more aware than most of how important mental health benefits are. During the pandemic, an epic paradigm shift occurred among many workforces around the world, in healthcare and beyond. Employees began to demand more work-life balance, whether through flexible scheduling options, well-being support, mental health PTO days, in-house counseling services and more. Multiple studies have found that employees who feel their mental health and well-being are supported at work are happier, more productive and less likely to seek employment elsewhere. In an employment market where demand for highly qualified, loyal employees is higher than the supply, providing a full suite of mental health benefits is critical for organizations who want to be seen as an employer of choice.
What custom mental health benefits do you offer?
Cross Country offers numerous mental health benefits to its employees. Some of the most popular include the following:
- Monthly, virtual group therapy sessions to improve mindfulness and reduce stress led by a licensed clinical therapist.
- Numerous wellness challenges, mental health-themed webinars and trainings open to all employees are offered throughout the year.
- Generous paid time off including up to personal days, vacation days, sicks days and one volunteer day annually.
- Burnalong digital health and well-being program offering a variety of customizable classes in fitness, meditation, yoga, nutrition and more.
- A Telehealth option to receive mental health support and care.
- An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that provides confidential, often no costs services for emotional support, work-life solutions, legal guidance and financial resources, available 24/7.
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In your opinion, why have mental health benefits moved so much more to the forefront of company healthcare packages?
Leading employers know that happy associates are more engaged and deliver better results. While companies have offered physical health initiatives, for example, focused on healthy eating or exercise, for some time, employers are increasingly recognizing the importance of good mental health. Today, organizations recognize that offering mental health support services enables them to support associate well-being.
What custom mental health benefits do you offer?
At Startek, we constantly strive to deliver benefits that meet the needs of our 38,000 associates located across 12 countries. Benefits offered are tailored by region. For example, we recently introduced postpartum mental health support for our U.S.-based associates. Recognized by Comparably among the organizations with the Best CEOs for Women, we know that postpartum depression can lead women to leave the workplace. By introducing app-based support, we ensure that new mothers at Startek have easy access to the personalized and flexible postpartum mental health programs they need to thrive both at home and in their professional lives.
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In your opinion, why have mental health benefits moved so much more to the forefront of company healthcare packages?
Mental health benefits have become a focal point in company healthcare packages due to increasing awareness, a high prevalence of mental health issues in the workplace, their impact on productivity, legal requirements, and ethical considerations. Younger generations prioritize mental health, making it a competitive advantage in talent acquisition. The COVID-19 pandemic has exacerbated stress, emphasizing the need for support. Companies that invest in mental health benefits often see a positive return on investment through reduced absenteeism and improved productivity. Overall, prioritizing mental health creates a more engaged, competitive, and socially responsible workplace.
What custom mental health benefits do you offer?
- 2 additional floating days every year alongside regular vacation allowances, fostering mental health support and work-life balance for employees
- Summer Hours – Early close (at 1pm) on Fridays during peak summer months to experience the joy of a balanced life while savoring the essence of summer
- Annual Premium Calm App Membership- the #1 app for mental fitness
- Employee Assistance Programs
- Well-being programs – The program addresses wellbeing from a holistic perspective that supports and empowers individuals to thrive at home, work, and in their communities; and identifying and leveraging resources available to support all aspects of an individual’s wellbeing – physical, social/emotional, financial, career and community health.
- Psychologist / Social Worker / Clinical Counselor / Therapist services – Coverage – $500 per practitioner, per calendar year (Canada)
- Company training on mental health issues including how to recognize anxiety and depression, stress management techniques, and how to increase resilience and boost positive outlook while dealing with stress
- Free counseling & crisis management services through the EAP, virtual digital mental health program through our medical provider, support for cancer patients and employees who have a loved one diagnosed with cancer through voluntary benefit Cancer Guardian, WellonTarget challenges and self managed programs via our medical provider addressing issues such as managing stress.
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In your opinion, why have mental health benefits moved so much more to the forefront of company healthcare packages?
Over the past decade, there has been a notable and significant shift towards prioritizing mental health awareness and recognizing its essential role in one’s overall well-being. This change reflects the growing understanding of the advantages associated with nurturing mental health, especially when individuals are facing various life challenges, such as work-related stress, financial burdens, or family issues. Consequently, promoting mental well-being has become a paramount endeavour, as it enhances individuals’ capacity to thrive and enjoy a superior quality of life.
Companies like Elsevier have embraced a comprehensive approach to supporting their employees, leaving no one behind in this pursuit. They view employee well-being as an integral aspect of their corporate identity, cultivating a culture of care and resilience that permeates their entire organization. This approach is not only altruistic but also strategic, as it aligns with the broader trend of recognizing the importance of mental health benefits within corporate healthcare packages.
What custom mental health benefits do you offer?
Elsevier has several custom mental health benefits for employees outside of the customary health insurance benefits. These resources include:
- The Annual Health’sevier Week – planned to coincide with World Mental Health Day on 10th October and the theme for this year is Mental Health is a universal human right. At Elsevier, we are fully committed to the call-to-action inherent in this theme and Health’sevier Week is another valuable addition to our ongoing efforts in equipping colleagues with the tools to look after their mental wellbeing and that of others.
- Elsevier was crowned the Inside Out Awards 2023 winner for UK Large Employer of the Year (NFC) in June of 2023. This prestigious accolade recognizes our unwavering commitment to mental health and well-being, as we have implemented a ground-breaking program called Mindlife, which focuses on recovery and preventative solutions for mental health. We are committed to measuring the emotions and safety of our team members, providing valuable insights that inform the strategic development of MindLife at Elsevier. This dedication to impact measurement has continued to drive our program’s evolution, ensuring it remains at the forefront of mental health initiatives.
- Elsevier’s Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) give employees and their families expert guidance and specialist support on any kind of issue – from everyday matters to more serious well-being issues. Counselling for emotional and psychological support. Our medical insurance providers offer talking therapies and as an organization, we have globally trained mental health first aiders who provide round-the-clock care to listen and signpost as appropriate.
- All employees have access to a free license to download Headspace, which is mindfulness training made simple. Headspace is designed to fit into one’s busy, modern life, and to help us become healthier and happier in as little as 10 minutes a day. Headspace is a personal guide to mindfulness, offering guided exercises, videos and more.
- Elsevier provides practical guidance and support on legal, financial, family, and work matters.
- Online health and wellbeing resources are offered as well as Wellness-related events for employees, year-round.
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In your opinion, why have mental health benefits moved so much more to the forefront of company healthcare packages?
With the global progression of a remote-friendly approach in the working landscape, employees are now unable to unplug from their jobs naturally which can diminish the recharged version of ourselves that we bring to work. Specifically, the stark lifestyle changes the pandemic brought over the last 3 years, U.S. company-sponsored mental health benefits observed a 300% increase in service utilization. The existing need for employee mental support became overwhelmingly apparent as companies realized “employee” is only a piece of our personhood. With ample data from real-life experiences to study and report on, research has proven that offering diverse and inclusive mental health benefits increases employee performance, generates more productivity, and promotes a compassionate and understanding culture. People need to feel good to do good work, and having employees know their well-being is a priority isn’t just good — it’s good business.
What custom mental health benefits do you offer?
From a global perspective, HashiCorp offers a 24/7 Employee Assistance Program which provides counseling support for mental health, financial, legal, and other areas of concern. HashiCorp also offers premium Headspace memberships. Headspace focuses on mindfulness and meditation with science-backed benefits including increased emotional regulation, and sharper focus, through exercises and courses that range from anxiety, eating, sleeping, depression, loneliness, and much more. Additionally, we partner with Perks at Work which provides discounted rates across mental-health, fitness, and nutrition services. Our global well-being strategy and philosophy continues to evolve thoughtfully and inclusively while expanding where possible in order to adapt and support our increasingly diverse workforce.