Needs of an employee

The following are the essential needs of an employee in a job.

 Reward – Compensation for the work.

 Vision – Security in knowing where the company is headed long-term.
 Resources – Having the right tools and training.
 Loyalty – Leadership that “has your back” as they expect you to have theirs.
 Connection – Competent leaders who genuinely care and are supportive of
employee success.
 Teamwork – Having a culture that supports and encourages teamwork.
 Value – Sincere appreciation and recognition of each employee as an individual.
 Growth – Programs and paths for growth and career advancement.
 Self-Development – Opportunities to be coached, challenged and inspired.
 Strengths – Mapping roles and responsibilities to strengths for ultimate fulfillment
of potential.
 Purpose – Creating opportunities for meaningful contribution to the big-picture
goals.

There are five levels in the Hierarchy of Needs according to Abraham Maslow’s
motivation theory.

1. Physiological – The need for food, shelter, and other elements for basic survival.

2. Safety – The need to feel safe within your environment. This also refers to emotional
and physical safety.

3. Social – The need for love, friendship, and a sense of belonging.

4. Esteem – The need for self-respect, status, and recognition from others.

5. Self-actualization – The need to reach one’s full potential.

10 things the HR (Human Resources) department can do for your employees

1. Career planning - Your HR manager can often help you map out the path to your
ultimate goal. He/she can help you identify areas where you are weak and areas where
you are strong, and help direct you down career paths.

2. Managing your manager - Not all manager is awesome. Whether you've got a
manager you just don't click with your HR department can help.
3. Continuing Education - You can ask the HR department if your company offers
tuition reimbursement. Lots of companies offer this perk especially if the degree or
certification you're seeking is something to help the company directly.

4. Changing a Performance Rating - If you feel there was a genuine mistake in your
rating, talk to HR.Your HR manager will look over your review and compare it with your
peers' and your prior reviews. If she feels there is a case, she'll talk with your manager.

5. Resume Help - When you leave the company your former HR department
sometimes will provide help with your resume.

6. Personal Problems - You can consult your HR department for your personal
problems but they are not the best help like you can get from therapists,priests, or
lawyers. The HR department can help direct you towards an Employee Assistance
Program(EAP).

7. Medical Problems - If you start missing work because of health problems but don't
say anything, you could get fired for violating attendance policies, but if you come to
HR, you can fill out the paperwork for legal protection.

8. Whistle Blowing of Any Kind - Some big companies have anonymous tip lines for
any violations you may see; others have a designated person with whom you can talk.
But you can always walk in and talk to Human Resources about this as well. You can
report anything from safety violations to securities violations to your HR department.

9. Managing Your Employees - If you manage employees, your career success

depends on their career success. If you want help knowing how to manage without
being overbearing, how to discipline fairly, and how to get the best results from your
team, ask your HR manager. Your HR manager may provide coaching to managers
directly, or she may refer you to a management class or consultant. Take the referral.
The class or consulting are worth your time.

10. Help You Navigate the Law - HR department managers have a good grasp on
basic employment law. If a co-worker complains that her boss is acting creepy, you can
go to HR for advice and report sexual harassment. Don't let legal problems build. HR
has the resources to help guide you.

Sources:

https://www.thebalancecareers.com/how-hr-provides-career-help-4125267
https://livingtolead.com/11-essential-needs-of-employees/