Employees’ Well-Being during the COVID-19 Pandemic: Implications to Human Resource Management

Maria Marietta Basbas; Divinagracia L. David; Joy San Buenaventura Gaza

doi:10.56741/jphs.v3i01.450

Authors

Maria Marietta Basbas
mariamarietta.basbas@unc.edu.ph
University of Nueva Caceres https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6538-1623
Divinagracia L. David University of Nueva Caceres
Joy San Buenaventura Gaza University of Nueva Caceres

Keywords:

COVID-19, dimensions of well-being, employees’ well-being, human resource

Abstract

Inarguable, being in the workforce is one of the most essential aspects of life. In fact, the greatest quantity of the lifetime of the people is spent working. However, the pandemic creates long-lasting effects on the workforce. The pandemic has triggered many modifications reshaping the workforce. There was the abrupt digital and remote working transformation which led to employees a harsh need to quickly adapt to these transformations. With this, there is the big question, how are the employees during this pandemic? How is the well-being of this workforce? This study determined the employees’ well-being of the employees of the University of Nueva Caceres during the COVID-19 pandemic. There were 170 employees of the university who completed the survey administered through online platform. The Personal Wellness Assessment with 8 Dimensions of Wellness was used to measure the well-being of the employees. The Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) was used to analyze the data gathered. The results showed that during the COVID-19 pandemic the UNC employees reported high level of well-being. Specifically, they have extremely high spiritual, intellectual, and social but they feel challenged when it comes to emotional, financial, and physical aspects of their well-being. Significant relationships were also found between the age of the employees and their well-being in terms of physical, emotional, and spiritual. Significant relationships were also found between the length of service of the employees and their physical and emotional well-being. The gender differences of the employees along the aspects of well-being were significantly found in social and spiritual. Significant difference in civil status was also found in physical and emotional well-being. The results further indicated no statistical difference in the status of well-being according to the department.

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Author Biographies

Maria Marietta Basbas, University of Nueva Caceres

is a lecturer in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences at the University of Nueva Caceres, Phlippines. She has a strong passion for research in the field of community psychology. Her dedication and expertise have been recognized through the prestigious Research Engagement Excellence Awards she has received. Her research focus on community psychology allows her to delve into the intricate dynamics of individuals within communities, studying the factors that contribute to their well-being and social interactions. Her research not only contributes to the field but also provides valuable insights for addressing community issues and promoting positive change. (email: maria.basbas@unc.edu.ph).

Divinagracia L. David, University of Nueva Caceres

is currently the AVP for Human Resources of the University of Nueva Caceres, she has almost three decades of experience as an HR practitioner. She holds an MA in Education degree in Educational Administration from Macquarie University and an undergraduate degree in BS Physics for Teachers from the Philippine Normal University. (email: divine.david@unc.edu.ph).

Joy San Buenaventura Gaza, University of Nueva Caceres

is an HR professional with commendable recruitment, training, teaching, and development skills. Currently serving as the Human Resource Recruitment and Training Officer at the University of Nueva Caceres, she leverages her passion for education, fosters professional development, and enhances institutional practices of leaders in the academe. Beyond the university, her research contributions on diverse topics further enrich the field of human resources, language, literature, and educational leadership and management. She is an HR practitioner, educator, and researcher; her practices and passion for promoting well-being make her a valued member of the University of Nueva Caceres and the society. (email: joy.gaza@unc.edu.ph).

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