Employee Assistance Program for the Mental Wellbeing of Your People.

In today’s fast-paced and ever-changing world, the mental health and wellbeing of your staff are more than just buzzwords; they are the foundation of a thriving, resilient, and successful business. We understand the complexities businesses face in nurturing a healthy work environment. That’s why we offer Employee Assistance Program EAP services, tailored to meet the unique needs of your business and your people.

Picture This…

A team where every member is engaged, productive, and thriving.

Now, imagine a workplace where staff are silently struggling, their performance dwindling, and the morale of the team is at risk.

As a business leader, the wellbeing of your staff is not just a people issue; it’s imperative to the functioning of your business. The hidden costs of mental health struggles can be significant, impacting your bottom line in ways you might not expect.

At Creating Change, we’re here to help you turn these challenges into opportunities for growth, resilience, and success.

Our EAP is designed to provide your team with the support they need to overcome personal and professional hurdles, ensuring a healthy, productive, and engaged team. Let us guide you through how investing in your team’s mental health can help everyone thrive.

Have you considered the impact on your business should an employee be struggling?

Have you watched your workers focus and capacity shift due to experiencing…

•   Disagreements between employees, resulting in loss of motivation to engage
•   Decline in employees mental health due to overwhelm or external factors
•   Employee’s relationships breakdown or they experience family loss
•   An employee has an accident, is injured, or has chronic health difficulties

The annual loss of productivity cost per employee from absenteeism and presenteeism is estimated at $18,836!

Presenteeism occurs when ongoing physical and/or mental health conditions prevent employees from being fully productive whilst at work*.

That is just the individual, now also consider:

•   Managers’ time to interact with the employee and redirect their work
•   Cost of replacement staff who require training
•   Team morale decline due to disenchanted colleagues affected by their absence, roster changes & increased workloads
•   Cost of recruitment – advertising, on-boarding and training
•   The years of training you may have invested in someone you had marked for promotion can be wasted in an instant!

Direct Benefits of an Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Early engagement into psychological therapy will ensure:

• Speedy improvement and maximise productivity
• Reduced costs to the business across many domains
• Maintain positive workplace culture and staff engagement in business goals

Research indicates that the quicker someone returns to work, the better the long-term outcome.

Employees returning to work report the key influencing factors were employer response, contact from employer, employer support during process and workplace culture**.

At Creating Change, we guarantee our active investment, collaboration and continuous support, along with a comprehensive structure that will deepen satisfaction and ensure outcomes.

To enhance engagement in the workplace, through our EAP we provide:

• A local base for ease of access in immediate crisis and lunch breaks
• Video therapy sessions available to maximise time efficiency and be ready for those who travel
• Experienced therapists to assist individuals excel in the workplace
• After hours and weekend sessions available to work around their schedule
• Ongoing self-funded therapy available for the employee if they choose

We know the healthiest employees are working approximately 143 effective hours per month compared to 49 effective hours per month by the least healthy.

CASE STUDY – ALEX 32 years

Alex’s Journey:

• Experienced ongoing issues with feeling pressured at work…
• Became increasingly distressed, crying and having to stop work to recompose herself.
• As a result weekly meetings were held with management to discuss her needs and next steps.
• Whilst at her desk she lacked focus, made mistakes that others had to rectify, and spent time.
• Sitting in the lunchroom talking it out with colleagues.
• Eventually she started taking days off, becoming too anxious to come to work.

After 12 Sessions of Therapy Alex:

• Understood her anxiety.
• Could speak assertively with her manager and colleagues about her concerns and compromises were reached.
• Established a new mindset and approach to working.
• Felt supported and engaged with her colleagues and managers. The team approach improved the morale of the whole workplace.

Take the First Step Towards a Healthier, Happier Workplace

Your business’s greatest asset is your people. Let’s work together to create a supportive environment where your team can truly thrive. Contact us today to learn more about our Employee Assistance Program and how we can help your business be its best.

Helpful Resources

What is an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)?

The Creating Change EAP is designed to support your employees’ mental health, wellbeing, and overall performance by providing confidential access to counselling services, support and resources for a range of personal and professional issues, such as stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, financial concerns, life changes, or significant events. The program offers a safe space to talk about any concerns and challenges that may be affecting them at work, promoting a healthier work-life balance.

For employers, EAPs can lead to reduced absenteeism, increased productivity, and higher employee engagement and retention, creating a more supportive and resilient workplace culture.

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