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Stich, Vice President of Content at the International Foun- dation of Employee Benefit Plans (IFEBP). “And that means they will be more productive.” Turnover, too, can be reduced when people are happy with their employer’s perks. “Managers need to under- stand the importance of benefits when it comes to em- ployee retention,” said Stich. “Replacing a top performer who leaves for greener pastures can take a real hit to the bottom line. The many costs begin with the need to post the job, and then proceed on with interviewing, onboard- ing, and training. And while the worker’s position remains vacant, other team members have to step in and do the necessary work, resulting in lower productivity.”
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Treading Carefully Good intentions are one thing. Selecting the right pro- viders is another. That’s particularly the case with mental health coverage. “Many employers believe they are offer- ing psychological support benefits through their insurance carriers,” said Winans. “But the fact is that there are often insufficient counselors, therapists, psychologists, and psy- chiatrists to help all of the people in need.” Today’s Employee Assistance Plans (EAPs) often in- clude mental health services, typically providing lists of nearby doctors, therapists and psychologists but leaving the employees to track down appropriate providers. That task can be nerve-wracking in itself, adding to employee stress. And the scarcity of available professionals means obtaining help can take a long time. In response, noted Winans, many companies are utilizing new technologies in the form of free counseling apps, and memberships in private services that provide help with meditation or with connecting to counselors at convenient times. Employers may also sign up third-party intermediaries to proactively match employees with appropriate provid- ers, saving considerable time and energy. These services often work with whatever insurance company the employ- ee has and will even find free or low-cost services for peo- ple with no insurance. They may also follow-up to ensure
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