Riverside Healthcare, in its 60th year, has been recognized for its commitment to employee health and well-being. The organization was named one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America, ranking 36th nationally. Additionally, Riverside earned first place in Illinois' Healthiest Employers in the category of organizations with 500 to 1,999 employees for the second consecutive year.
The recognition highlights Riverside's dedication to workplace wellness and its exceptional health and benefits offerings. Common trends among Healthiest Employers honorees include increased flexibility, work-life balance, and mental health resources.
"Riverside’s top priority is meeting our community’s health needs, and that community includes our employees," said Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer Kyle Benoit. "We encourage physical and mental health through REACH (Riverside Employees Actively Choosing Health) and our Well In Mind employee assistance program." Benoit added that staff engagement in these programs has led to positive impacts on their happiness, health, and engagement levels.
The REACH program offers employees and their families opportunities such as education, challenges, insurance incentives, and more.
For a list of this year’s Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America and Illinois’ Healthiest Employers, visit www.healthiestemployers.com.
About Riverside Healthcare: Riverside Healthcare is an integrated healthcare system serving communities across several counties including Kankakee, Iroquois, Will, Grundy, and beyond. It includes Riverside Medical Center—a nationally recognized Level II Trauma hospital with specialties in heart care, cancer care, neurosurgery, orthopedics—and several other community health centers. More information can be found at riversidehealthcare.org.