Money Assist with the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The way you view your financial situation can impact your mental health and wellbeing. Learning new financial habits and skills can help reduce stress and improve your wellbeing.

The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) can support you in whatever financial situation you may be in. Getting support from the EAP can help to improve your mental wellbeing, enhancing your relationships, engagement and productivity at home and work.

Your Money Assist consultant will work with you to develop a realistic action plan that can help you:

• build new habits to manage money, minimise stress and reduce personal conflicts
• learn new financial skills that improve your confidence when managing your finances
• manage stress caused by personal financial challenges
• create a sensible debt payment plan that doesn’t incur extra costs
• negotiate with creditors to obtain achievable payment arrangements.

Remember, no problem is too small when it comes to your happiness, health, and wellbeing. The EAP can help address your concerns before they worsen. If you’re unsure whether the EAP is right for you, you are welcome to seek assistance and give it a try.

About the EAP

The EAP is a confidential service available to you 24/7, 365 days a year, facilitated by Converge International. The service enables you to access short-term counselling and coaching for any challenge you may have in your work or personal life. The EAP is also available to your family and your partner, and they can access this independently or accompanied by you.

PHONE: For immediate support from a counsellor, call 1300 687 327. This option is available 24/7 including holidays.

LIVE CHAT: Visit the Converge International website for the option to Live Chat with a counsellor, available during regular business hours.

BOOK AN APPOINTMENT: You can also book EAP appointments via the online booking form. The types of appointments available include face-to-face meetings, video conferences or phone calls.

RESOURCES ON THE CONVERGE INTERNATIONAL PORTAL: Access articles, tip sheets, guides, posters and videos available from the Converge International portal. To log into the Converge International portal, use the username and password, “monashhealth”.

FLOURISH MAGAZINE: Access this month’s edition of Flourish for tips to reset and retune your finances.

WEBINARS: Find all the upcoming free webinars for your health and wellbeing on our events list.

The EAP is one of many health and wellbeing programs and resources Monash Health provides to employees. We encourage you to make the most of the resources and programs, and prioritise your health and wellbeing. Visit our Health and Wellbeing page to learn more.