Building Stronger Employers and Employees
WorkWays is United Way of Central Maryland’s comprehensive employer/employee engagement program designed to transform and redefine relationships between employers and talent and create more equitable working environments.
What is WorkWays?
Focused on increasing retention rates, fostering professional development, and driving positive business results, WorkWays partners with employers to support employees by utilizing resource navigation, supportive community resources, and career coaching, all grounded in research and best practice models.
Why should an organization partner with WorkWays?
Enhanced Employee Productivity and Retention: By addressing personal and professional barriers that employees face, WorkWays helps create a more focused, motivated, and engaged workforce. This leads to increased productivity and job satisfaction, which in turn reduces turnover rates and saves the company costs associated with recruitment and training of new employees.
Comprehensive Support for Employee Well-Being: WorkWays provides access to a wide range of resources including mental health support, career development guidance, and housing assistance. This holistic approach ensures that employees can manage life challenges more effectively, leading to a healthier, more balanced, and resilient workforce.
Positive Organizational Reputation and Culture: Partnering with WorkWays demonstrates a company’s commitment to its employees’ well-being and professional growth. This not only enhances the company’s reputation as a caring and responsible employer but also fosters a positive organizational culture. Such a reputation can attract top talent and improve employee morale and loyalty.
WorkWays is simple.
The concept:
Employers and employees work collaboratively with United Way to effectively develop and implement best HR practices using the workplace as a platform for services to help employees obtain, retain, and grow stable employment.
The goal:
Breaking down barriers to employment and economic advancement to build thriving employees focused on continual improvement.
WorkWays Benefits:
- Create equitable work environment that foster advancement opportunities for employees
- Support in the workplace and from community resources that builds stronger employees
- Stronger retention rates that convey business stability for creditors and employees
- Strategic and effective use of resources that support business goals
- Strong employees and businesses that help strengthen our communities and the local economy
How much does WorkWays cost?
Fees are based on the needs of the organization, capacity, and the size of workforce.
Learn more about WorkWays
Contact Mardochee Casimir, Director of Public Policy & Economic Advancement at United Way of Central Maryland.
