These Are the 7 Employee Benefits That Working Parents ACTUALLY Want

These Are the 7 Employee Benefits That Working Parents ACTUALLY Want As recruiting top talent becomes more competitive, many companies strive to stand out from the pack by offering trendy perks, like rec rooms with ping-pong tables, glamping retreats and sekretariat snacks. But fridges full of seltzer water can only get companies so far if they arent also offering the all-in benefits that support employees in every stage of their lives, at work and at home.Luckily for the folks working at United Technologies Corporation ranked by FGBers as a top 10 company for women in 2018 their employers approach to benefits is one thats truly holistic.UTC Is Hiring Browse Opportunities.What, exactly, do some of these game-changing benefits look like? Check out seven of ur favorites below.1. Domestic Partner BenefitsPartners of employees regardless of gender are eligible for coverage under UTCs medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, in addition to Critical Illness and Accident Insurance. Inclusively supporting all families is key for UTC, and starting in 2019, partners and their children will be eligible for comprehensive insurance coverage.2. Parental LeaveUTC offers employees eight weeks of paid birth/adoption leave and four weeks of paid parental leave. Women who work here have glowing things to say about what the parental policies look like in practice, too. As Keri Lata, an HR Generalist at UTCs Pratt Whitney, said,The parental leave policy gave me the opportunity to spend additional quality time at home after the birth of our son. Im grateful for every moment. Having the support of the company and my colleagues made returning to work after my leave an easier transition... and Im happy to work for a company that values family just as much as I do.3. Dependent CareA Dependent Care Spending Account (DCSA) allows UTC employees to save on dependent care, reimbursing them on a pre-tax basis for expenses like senior care services, babysitting, sick child care, and b efore-and-after-school programs.4. Flexible Work ArrangementsOne of the companys most beloved benefits, employees have the ability to create individualized flexible working arrangements from part-time work and job sharing to telecommuting and compressed workweeks with their supervisors through UTfleX.As the spouse of a U.S. Air Force service member, UTflex enabled me to continue in my role with Pratt Whitney while my husband continues to serve our country, with an added bonus of being able to live together, Global Immigration gruppe member Kyle DSouza said. UTfleX made me realize that Pratt Whitney/UTC cared about my familys unique situation.5. Lifelong LearningUTC seeks people with aspirations to learn, grow and be challenged so lifelong learning is a major priority. The company is focused on developing skills for today and tomorrow through a series of innovative programs. Thats why UTC has invested more than $1.2 billion in its Employee Scholar Program, which covers the cost of tuition, academic fees, and books at approved educational institutions. The company doesnt stop there, however it also pays for ongoing digital training and certificate programs to help employees stay on the cutting edge of technology.6. Beacon Health OptionsIn keeping with its emphasis on improving employees lives holistically, UTC partners with Beacon Health Options to offer a comprehensive employee assistance program. With information and resources covering everything from mental health services to choosing between child care and getting legal advice, the partnership aims to ensure employees are getting the support they need in every facet of their lives.7. Doctors on Demand (DoD)Thanks to a handy-dandy app users can input their symptoms and be digitally connected to doctors with ease. Available 24/7, the service also allows employees to make appointments with psychologists, emphasizing the companys focus on holistic well-being yet again. Better yet, any associated service cos ts through DoD apply to plan deductibles and are less costly than an office visit, making this service a saver of time and money.Intrigued by all these incredible benefits? Check out UTCs open positions today--Fairygodboss is proud to partner with UTC. Find a job there today