Organisations are developing a deeper understanding of workplace wellness and how effective programmes of this nature boost both employees and the business.Nqobile Twala, Human Capital Consultant, Altron Document Solutions.
Nqobile Twala, Human Capital Consultant at Altron Document Solutions, notes that as a result, there has been a huge transformation in the mindset around this topic. This shift is being driven by advances in technology, changes in workforce demographics and a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness between employee health and business success.
As for more direct help, Twala points to the example of Altron’s Employee Assistance Programme, which she says is a confidential counselling service that staff can use to deal with both personal and work-related issues. This includes counselling around mental health, stress management, financial challenges and even offers abuse support. Organisations should thus look to implement programmes like this, alongside health screening, which will help to encourage healthy behaviour among employees.
The company should also provide education and resources to employees, to help increase awareness of health issues and empower employees to make informed decisions around their health. Furthermore, she says, it should be aligned with the organisation’s mission, values and business objectives, as this will help wellness to become an integral part of workplace culture, by weaving it into the fabric of the business.