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Other Benefits

Enhance your benefits package with additional offerings that support employee well-being.

Insurance Benefits

Life Insurance

Financial protection for beneficiaries

Disability Insurance

Income protection during illness or injury

Accident Insurance

Coverage for accidental injuries

Critical Illness

Lump sum for serious diagnoses

Life Insurance

Protect employees’ families with life insurance:
Employer-Provided:
  • Typically 1-2x annual salary
  • No cost to employee
  • Group coverage
  • Beneficiary designation

Disability Insurance

Income replacement during inability to work: Short-Term Disability (STD):
  • Covers 50-70% of salary
  • Waiting period: 0-14 days
  • Duration: 3-6 months
  • Common for illness, injury, maternity
Long-Term Disability (LTD):
  • Covers 50-60% of salary
  • Waiting period: 90-180 days
  • Duration: Until age 65 or recovery
  • For serious, long-term conditions
Disability insurance provides crucial financial protection and peace of mind for employees

Commuter Benefits

Pre-tax savings for commuting costs:
  • Transit Passes - Bus, train, subway, ferry
  • Parking - Qualified parking facilities
  • Monthly Limit - $315 per month (2024)
  • Tax Savings - Reduces taxable income

Professional Development

Invest in employee growth:
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Professional certifications
  • Conference attendance
  • Online learning subscriptions
  • Skills training programs
  • Mentorship programs

Wellness Programs

Promote employee health and well-being:
  • Gym membership reimbursement
  • Fitness challenges
  • Standing desk stipends
  • Ergonomic equipment
  • Wellness screenings
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Mental health days
  • Therapy/counseling coverage
  • Meditation app subscriptions
  • Stress management resources
  • Financial planning services
  • Student loan assistance
  • Emergency savings programs
  • Credit counseling
  • Retirement planning help

Remote Work Benefits

Support for remote employees:
  • Home office stipend
  • Internet reimbursement
  • Equipment allowance
  • Co-working space membership
  • Ergonomic furniture
Time off beyond standard PTO:
BenefitTypical Policy
Parental Leave8-16 weeks paid
Bereavement Leave3-5 days
Jury DutyFully paid
Voting Time2-4 hours
Volunteer Time1-2 days per year

Perks and Discounts

Employee lifestyle benefits:
  • Employee discount programs
  • Pet insurance
  • Legal services plans
  • Identity theft protection
  • Travel discounts
  • Entertainment tickets
Survey employees to learn which benefits they value most

Flexible Benefits

Allow customization with:
  • Cafeteria Plans - Choose from benefit options
  • Flexible Credits - Allocate dollars to chosen benefits
  • Opt-Out Credits - Payment for waiving coverage

Student Loan Assistance

Help with education debt:
  • Monthly loan repayment contributions
  • Lump sum annual payments
  • 401(k) match for loan payments
  • Tax-free up to certain limits

Benefits Communication

Ensure employees understand available benefits:
  • Benefits handbook
  • New hire orientation
  • Benefits fair
  • One-on-one consultations
  • Regular email updates
  • Benefits portal

Voluntary Benefits

Employee-paid optional benefits:
  • Pet insurance
  • Identity theft protection
  • Legal services
  • Accident insurance
  • Hospital indemnity
  • Critical illness
Voluntary benefits are employee-paid but may offer group rates and payroll deduction convenience

Measuring Benefits ROI

Track benefits program effectiveness:
  • Enrollment rates
  • Employee satisfaction surveys
  • Retention metrics
  • Recruitment success
  • Healthcare costs
  • Absenteeism rates