In terms of ROI - there are several quantifiable studies demonstrating the benefits of implementing employment counselling programmes for a business in New Zealand, including:

• A Mental Health Foundation of New Zealand study found employment counselling programmes increased productivity by 5% while reducing absenteeism by 20%.

• A University of Auckland and Massey University study found employment counselling programmes can provide an ROl of up to 10 to 1, depending on the specific programme and its goals.

• Research has demonstrated ECS programmes help employees manage stress, anxiety, and other mental health issues.

• Research has shown that businesses with ECS programmes see an average 34% reduction in healthcare costs by addressing employee health and wellness issues before they become more serious and costly.

• Employment counselling programmes have been shown to average a 12% improvement in employee retention rates.

• Research has shown businesses with ECS programmes average a reduction of 31% in absenteeism.

• ECS programmes have resulted in increased job satisfaction through employees feeling more supported and valued by their employer.

• Offering ECS programmes have demonstrated a commitment to supporting employee health and wellbeing, which can enhance organisational reputation as a responsible and caring employer.