Singapore firms hike wellness program offers in job ads 

The job market saw a 1600% increase in offered mental health programs. 

Offers of wellness programs in job ads increased by 1,600% as Singapore companies attempt to differentiate themselves in a tight job market, Indeed reported. 

Over the past three years, employers have offered benefits, such as “mental health support,” well-being program,” employee assistance programs,” and “wellness programs.”

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Indeed found that the most significant jump was recorded between the end of 2020 and 2021. 

"The COVID pandemic's impact on workers' mental health is at the origin of this trend," Saumitra Chand, Career Expert for Indeed, Singapore, and India, said. 

"Interestingly, however, the trend is not subsiding, which suggests many businesses see the benefits of offering these programs to attract and retain talent."  

Citing Milieu, Indeed also noted that 50% of workers in Singapore have felt burned out, whilst 40% felt stressed at work.