Work-Life Task Force

Purpose

The Work-Life Task Force will strive to create balance for employees by determining initiatives that help create a better balance between the demands of the job and enjoyment of life outside work. Employees who are "out of balance" tend to experience more stress and fatigue and may be less focused at work.

Work-life balance programs can help:

• Retain employees and attract new ones.
• Improve morale.
• Increase productivity and job satisfaction.
• Strengthen working relationships and encourage teamwork.
• Create an environment in which employees are more likely to take initiative.
• Build diversity in both personnel and skills.
• Reduce stress, burnout and absenteeism.

Task Force Charge: Bring forward ideas from employees about what would help them balance the demands of work and life, improve the overall quality of work time, and help employees create a positive experience at work.

Representation: The committee will consist of employees representing a cross section of departments and divisions within the Health Center.

Meetings: The Work-Life Task Force will meet monthly beginning in August.

Timeline: This committee should have initial recommendations by October.

Membership: 50 percent of the committee members will turn over every six months to involve a great number of employees and keep the process creative and innovative.