As a result Cygnet have introduced a fantastic new employee benefit in the form of an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), which will support their strategy on retention. The EAP is provided by Workplace Options and is designed to help staff save time on day to day practicalities and help reduce stress and anxiety.
“Supporting our staff who already work in a highly demanding environment is crucial to staff retention. We recognise in life there’s a lot to juggle. Keeping on top of finances, looking after the family, maintaining healthy relationships. And when you are also working, combining the demands of your work and personal life can be a real challenge.”Jane Price, Human Resources Director
The service offers around the clock, free, confidential assistance on a range of topics including legal matters, debt and money management, consumer issues, relationship problems, child care/elder care as well as providing practical advice on health and wellbeing. In addition short-term counselling is offered over the telephone with face to face sessions included where required.