Meden Co., Ltd. Launches Innovative Coordinator Service for Balancing Treatment and Work

Meden Co., Ltd., based in Minato, Tokyo, has officially launched its new service, the "Work-Treatment Balance Coordinator Service," which comes as a response to legislative changes mandating support for employees managing mental health conditions while working. The service is set to start in April 2024, in line with Japan's Law on Industrial Safety and Health revisions.

This initiative aims to bridge the gap between medical professionals, corporate HR departments, and employees facing mental health issues. It offers professional coordination in creating personalized treatment and work balance plans, followed by continuous support.

Understanding the Coordinator Service

The Work-Treatment Balance Coordinator Service is designed for companies with employees undergoing treatment for conditions such as depression, anxiety, or other mental health issues. Meden's coordinators play a crucial role in ensuring effective communication between the employee’s primary doctor, workplace supervisors, and HR personnel, facilitating the development and maintenance of an effective work and treatment strategy.

Background Behind the Service

Beginning in April 2024, a new legal obligation will require workplaces to actively support employees with chronic health conditions. According to the Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare, around 40% of employees taking sick leave for more than a month cite mental health issues. Moreover, nearly 40% of workers with mental health conditions leave their jobs within one year due to lack of workplace support and failure to communicate healthcare providers' recommendations.

Recognizing the urgency to address this crisis, Meden has decided to formally launch its coordinator service, aiming to remedy the disconnect between healthcare provision and workplace support.

Service Overview

- Service Name: Work-Treatment Balance Coordinator Service
- Target Audience: Companies with employees undergoing treatment, patients, families, and medical institutions.
- Conditions Supported: Majorly focuses on mental health disorders including depression, adjustment disorders, and developmental disorders.
- Service Provision: Provided as an external EAP (Employee Assistance Program) service through monthly and spot contracts.

For more details, visit: Meden Contact Page or call 03-6456-4112.

Key Features of the Service

1. Expert Team from a Leading Psychiatric Clinic: Meden's team includes certified psychologists, clinical psychologists, psychiatric social workers, and occupational physicians, bringing over 35 years’ worth of expertise in mental health care.
2. Triangular Support: The service facilitates collaboration among the primary doctor, occupational physician, and workplace HR. It establishes a neutral consultation point where employees can comfortably discuss sensitive workplace issues.
3. Comprehensive Support from Initial Consultation to Follow-Up: The same coordinator will handle initial assessments, plan development, and ongoing follow-ups, ensuring consistent and customized support throughout the process.

Support Workflow

1. Initial Consultation: Gathering information about the employee's health, work environment, and preferences, while ensuring confidentiality in data sharing with medical institutions and employers.
2. Plan Development: Collaboration to create appropriate adjustments in work hours and responsibilities based on the primary care provider’s recommendations.
3. Ongoing Follow-Up: Regular check-ins to monitor the patient's progress and adjust the support plan as needed.

Who is This Service For?

- Companies wishing to support employees balancing treatment and work commitments.
- HR personnel wanting to develop a compliant support structure following the legal mandate effective from April 2024.
- Medical staff uncertain about collaboration methods for return-to-work programs for patients.
- Employees seeking to continue working while undergoing treatment; family members needing support resources.
- Healthcare providers looking for effective workplace integration strategies for their patients.

Company Overview

- Company Name: Meden Co., Ltd.
- Location: 4-13-3 Minami Azabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo, 106-0047, Japan
- Phone Number: 03-6456-4112
- Website: Meden Official Site
- Business Focus: Specializes in mental health support, external consultation services, stress checks, occupational physician services, and more for maintaining employment among those with mental health challenges.

With a holistic approach integrating clinical expertise and workplace collaboration, Meden is committed to enhancing the mental well-being of employees and fostering inclusive workplace environments.