NZ Small Business EAP: Specialist wellbeing support for Kiwi business owners and small staff teams

Small Business EAP Specialists

Drive success for your small business through employee wellness

At Wisdom Wellbeing, we are the most trusted Employee Assistance Provider (EAP) for small businesses.

Our EAP solution guides employees through the complexities of work-life balance: a crucial factor for maintaining success in today's competitive landscape. With a suite of award-winning EAP services, we cater to the ever-changing needs of small businesses and their teams, ensuring relevance both now and in the future.

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How prevalent are mental health issues in the small business industry?

30% of all New-Zealand workers report experiencing a work-related mental health or wellbeing issue over a 12-month period with 60% suffering from work related stress and 31% experiencing work-related anxiety.

87% of New Zealand employers feel a strong sense of responsibility for the mental health of their team, yet only 40% have developed or updated a formal management plan or policy to address key health and safety risks.

43% of New Zealand employers report having no formal policy in place to support the management of bullying and harassment, despite 35% of workers reporting exposure to offensive behaviours at work annually.

Harvard Reference: WorkSafe New Zealand 2024, Psychosocial risks for all New Zealand workers, WorkSafe New Zealand, Wellington.

Our EAP services for small businesses in detail

Access our exclusive wellbeing app

Our Wisdom app is the perfect solution for on-the-go wellness tracking, crucial for sustaining the productivity of small teams. Employees can effortlessly monitor vital wellness indicators like sleep, steps and activity levels. These real-time insights help to foster motivation and build camaraderie among employees.

Receive free counselling sessions

Through our counselling services, each employee receives up to 6 structured sessions per issue annually. Our in-house counsellors guarantee a safe space for individuals to gain self-understanding and navigate challenges effectively.

This service is key for small businesses, cultivating a supportive environment where employees can address both work-related stresses and personal challenges.

Join cognitive behavioural therapy and trauma recovery courses

Employees have the opportunity to enrol in digital Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and trauma recovery courses via leading platforms. One of these CBT courses specifically aids users in managing menopause. By offering such courses, SMEs can support their employees through significant life transitions.

Why small businesses need our employee assistance programme (EAP)

Competing with giants

Wisdom Wellbeing EAP changes the game for small businesses. Our service offers a strategic advantage for recruitment. We enable SMEs to compete with bigger organisations when it comes to hiring and retaining the best talent.

By offering Wisdom Wellbeing, you can help your SME clients to showcase a commitment to mental health and wellbeing.

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Prioritising relationships

We know that small businesses thrive on personal connections and quality relationships. Our EAP aligns seamlessly with this ethos, emphasising care and support for each team member.

Prioritising employee wellbeing allows SMEs to reinforce their commitment to quality and intimacy. Wisdom Wellbeing creates a nurturing environment where each individual matters.

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Cost-effective support

Wisdom Wellbeing EAP represents significant savings compared to traditional corporate health insurance policies.

Our tailored support system provides top-tier assistance without compromising quality. As a result, our EAP is a strategic investment that safeguards the wellbeing of small teams without imposing the financial burden.

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Maximising performance

In a small team, every absence makes an impact. Sick leave or downtime can disrupt the entire workflow for small businesses.

Wisdom Wellbeing EAP ensures that team members receive timely support. This approach minimises interruptions and maximises productivity.

On-demand services when employees need it most

Unlimited access to our 24/7 confidential helpline

We provide a helpline service which is available to employees anytime, anywhere, with unlimited access.

Our trained professionals promptly provide assistance to callers navigating a range of challenges or in need of immediate support. This on-demand service is particularly beneficial for small businesses with remote or distributed teams, ensuring consistent support regardless of location or time zone.

Instant access to resources to support users’ wellbeing

At their fingertips, employees gain instant access to our thoughtfully curated library of wellbeing content.

Our online content hub features guides, mood trackers and more to support users’ journey towards better health and work-life balance. These resources foster employee wellbeing, while allowing small businesses to showcase their commitment to their employees' health.

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Real-time support through  our live chat

Our Wisdom AI live chat gives employees instant answers to the questions people are often too afraid to ask.

Powered by our in-house counselling team, Wisdom AI ensures trustworthy responses to sensitive queries. Providing this service is essential for small businesses who often lack extensive HR departments due to budget constraints.