Experts all agree a healthy workplace means workplace wellness and workplace wellness equals happier employees. As a jobseeker – that’s where you want to be in the “happy employee” pool. So what should you know about finding and identifying a healthy workplace to make your very own job Shangri-La?
According to Lynda Monk, the founder of Creative Wellness, an arts-based life and health coaching consultancy, a healthy workplace will possess these three qualities:
1) A proactive approach to mitigating occupational stress
2) Core values that nurture and support leadership.
3) A culture where employees are thanked often, are acknowledged for their contributions and the good work of the team is celebrated.
When seeking a new employer – think about how well you will be a fit there at the company – as much as whether you fit the job description. Ask yourself:
Does the company value work-life balance and make tools available to nurture that? Are there programs and policies that can promote work-life balance?
- Flexible work arrangements, such as flextime and telecommuting
- Assistance with childcare
- Eldercare benefits
- Resources to help employees manage personal financial issues
- Availability of benefits for family members and domestic partners
- Flexible leave options beyond those required by the Family and Medical Leave Act
- EAP programs
- Health & Wellness programs
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