Outcomes Report 2018-2019
In 2018, Options celebrated four individuals who achieved 30 years of service (amazing). In addition, six individuals were recognized for 25 years of service.
This year, a significant number of employees reaching 10 years, more than double from previous year.
Employees at Options are also encouraged to publicly appreciate each other’s efforts, and has several initiatives that increase appreciation and recognition.
These include: Regular potlucks and events celebrating the diversity of cultural backgrounds Children, Staff and Team Christmas Party Kudos at Leadership Team meetings
Staff Survey
We conducted our annual agency-wide staff survey. It is important to us at OCS that we have a positive work place, where staff feel supported, valued and able to do the best work they can. Our annual staff survey gives all staff a venue for open feedback and provides an opportunity to assess what we are doing well and what we can do better.
Highlights
Our 2018 staff survey proved to be successful, with 51% of staff responding (240 out of 473). In 2017, 230 of 436 staff responded.
When asked about their level of engagement at work, 85% of staff reported above average to extremely high levels of engagement. This percentage remains the same from our 2017 survey.
72% of staff report feeling an above average to extremely high connection to OCS’ mission.
Responses to the question “what single policy or practice does OCS do to best to improve your life at work”, 117 written responses were received. The majority of answers indicated the ability to have flexibility in their work, supporting work/life balance and offering opportunities for learning and professional development.
To the question “What keeps you at OCS?”, 35.27% said pay, 45.98% healthcare benefits, 40.18% professional development, 62.95% said culture and flexibility was selected by 75% of respondents. Please note that more than one response could be selected for this question.
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