OCS Outcomes Report 2016-2017
Highlights This year, 53% of staff responded to the survey (219 of 414 active staff). This is a marked increase from previous years. When asked if they would, recommend working at Options to others, 165 respondents provided written responses. 98% said yes, with most responding strongly. 1% said maybe, 1% said not in my program. When asked, what one practice OCS could change to enhance your life at work, 117 written responses were received. The majority of responses fell into 4 different theme areas: development and learning, increased communication, requests for flex days and remuneration (pay). When asked, compared to other similar non-profit organizations, do you feel you are paid fairly, 57% responded yes. This is a significant increase from previous years where we simply asked “are you paid fairly” without providing context and 35% responded yes.
Feedback received on supervisors was also very positive.
Respondents were given the statement, my supervisor supports me in understanding how to be successful in my job, 72% of respondents reported that this happens anywhere from frequently to always.
To the statement, my supervisor recognizes and appreciates me and my work, over 75% stated frequently to always.
When asked to, rate the opportunities for learning, growth and development at OCS, 56% of respondents rated this as being above average to extremely high.
Over 85% of staff report above average to extremely high meaning and significance in their work.
35% of respondents are reporting above average or high levels of stress at work.
Over 70% of respondents are reporting above average to extremely high sense of community at work.
Over 75% of respondents reported an above average to extremely high feeling of connection to OCS’s mission.
When asked, what keeps you at OCS, 31.8% reported pay, 39.9% healthcare benefits, 47.5% reported professional development, culture was reported by 73.2%, and flexibility 73.7%. Please note that particpants could select more than one response to this question.
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