A survey conducted by Glassdoor shows that 3 in 5 people look for employee benefits when searching for a job.

Employee benefits are not only vital, they help individuals decide whether or not they want to work for an organization.

When you offer benefits to a potential employee during a job interview, it helps them weigh their options in comparison to what other organizations have to offer.

In addition, educating current employees about certain benefits can help retain talent.

A survey conducted by Fractl shows that certain benefits, like flexible hours, dental and vision, top the list of benefits employees seek.

With that in mind, there are certain types of benefits that can help recruit new talent and retain current employees. Does your organization offer these?

Career Development

Not every employee works for monetary growth. This may be an important reason but many individuals want to gain experience and perspectives, and grow in the organization they work for.

If you have a bonus payout package, make sure to discuss this with all your employees so that they can take into consideration whether or not they want to continue working for the company.

Flexible Hours

When you provide employees with flexible hours, you give them the power to prioritize work-life balance.

Most employees want the ability and privilege to set their own timings. This allows them to manage their work accordingly, without compromising their personal lives.

In addition, it also reduces stress in the workplace. Did you know that according to the American Institute of Stress, 40 percent of employees reported that they struggled with working in a stressful environment?

Furthermore, a survey conducted by The Workplace Health Survey shows that organizations that ranked high on having a healthy work environment had more employees—around 52 percent—working on a flexible schedule.

Dental and Vision

Surveys show that the most sought-after employee benefits are dental and vision insurance. Senior employees prefer dental and vision but millennials are now realizing the importance of these benefits.

Your employees want to know they are valued and cared for. And the best way to let them know is by offering dental and vision plans.

Wellness Programs

Wellness programs are the best way to educate your employees about the importance of taking care and precaution when dealing with an illness. From the common cold to diabetes, this type of program covers everything.

It educates employees about prevention and treatments, as well as what to do to prevent contagious ailments from spreading in the workplace.

These are some of the top employee benefits that employees take into consideration when looking for a job or deciding whether or not to stay at an organization. If you’re planning to incorporate some of these benefits in your policies, it’s important to consult a professional first.

 

JS Benefits Group helps develop and implement employee benefits programs for organizations in Pennsylvania, some of which include but are not limited to: dental, vision, group insurance, health and wellness program, and other voluntary services.

Call 877-355-6070 to avail our services!