ST. LOUIS, MO (Sept. 30, 2021) – SSM Health is pleased to announce that it will implement a new minimum wage of $15.00 per hour throughout its four-state system. The increase will take effect on Oct. 10.
“Our Mission and Values call us to care for the health and well-being of all those we serve,” said Laura S. Kaiser, FACHE, President and CEO of SSM Health. “As a leading employer in each of our communities, our ongoing commitment is to foster a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace – which includes providing fair and socially just wages and benefits for our team members, along with robust programs and resources designed to promote wellness.”
This increase will impact nearly 3,000 team members across Missouri, Illinois, Oklahoma and Wisconsin – or about 7% of SSM Health’s total workforce of nearly 40,000 employees. This decision is consistent with SSM Health’s previously stated plans to advance equity as part of its overall talent development strategy.
Additionally, as a leading employer in every community it serves, SSM Health continuously seeks ways to better meet the needs of its workforce. The health system provides many programs and resources designed to support employees’ overall health and well-being, including:
- Innovative and holistic wellness programs and support
- Discounted health insurance for eligible employees
- Access to an employee relief fund
- Tuition reimbursement
- Continuing education and development programs for career advancement
- Life management services – from personal counseling and healthy lifestyle coaching to legal consultation and financial planning
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About SSM Health
SSM Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system serving the comprehensive health needs of communities across the Midwest through a robust and fully integrated health care delivery system. The organization’s nearly 40,000 employees and 11,000 providers are committed to providing exceptional health care services and revealing God’s healing presence to everyone they serve.
With care delivery sites in Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma and Wisconsin, SSM Health includes 23 hospitals, more than 290 physician offices and other outpatient and virtual care services, 10 post-acute facilities, comprehensive home care and hospice services, a pharmacy benefit company, a health insurance company and an accountable care organization. It is one of the largest employers in every community it serves. For more information, visit ssmhealth.com or find us on Facebook and Twitter.