About Us
The County of Monterey Employee Wellness Program supports the health and well-being of all county staff through resources, activities, and education that promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being. From fitness and nutrition to stress management and preventative health screenings to vaccine clinics, the Employee Wellness Program provides tools and opportunities to help employees thrive—at work and beyond.
Your Wellness. Your Journey. Our Support.
Mission
Promote work environments, policies, and programs that preserve the health of employees and promote their ability to excel at their jobs while honoring the importance of family and community.
Purpose of the Program
- Increase employees' knowledge about health, prevention, and management of chronic diseases
- Encourage employees' involvement in their own health decisions
- Encourage employees' adoption of healthy habits and
- Facilitate recommendations for organizational change that promote a safe and healthy work environment
Goals
- Improve employee health and well-being
- Increase presenteeism
- Improve performance and productivity
- Increase employee morale and job satisfaction
- Reduce health care costs
History of the Employee Wellness Program
In 1985, Monterey County, through the leadership of the Board of Supervisors, established a partnership between management, labor, and employees to address the problems of employees' health and safety. This partnership resulted in the adoption of Wellness Program. The Health Department was chosen to develop and coordinate the Health Promotion Partnership, because of their expertise in implementing risk reduction programs.
To encourage participation, the Board of Supervisors and management approved 12 hours of annual release time for employees to attend Wellness-sponsored programs and activities. Participation is voluntary and is offered as an employee benefit. Personnel Policies & Practices Resolution Manual
County of Monterey
Employee Wellness Program
The Health Promotion Partnership