Optimizing Employee Well-Being through Occupational Therapy Interventions: Assessing the Role of Work Environment Adaptation

Hiba Khan, Amber, Shaikh Maria Tabassum and Urooj Saghir
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Hiba Khan: Occupational Therapist / Lecturer, ZCOT, Ziauddin University
Amber: Occupational Therapist, Aga Khan University Hospital
Shaikh Maria Tabassum: Occupational Therapist / Lecturer, ZCOT, Ziauddin University
Urooj Saghir: Occupational Therapist / Lecturer, ZCOT, Ziauddin University

Bulletin of Business and Economics (BBE), 2024, vol. 13, issue 3, 178-183

Abstract: This study explores the impact of occupational therapy interventions—work environment adaptation, task modification, and sensory integration techniques—on employee well-being, with employee engagement as a mediator and work-life balance as a moderator. The research was conducted in physical therapy clinics in Karachi, utilizing a structured questionnaire and analyzing the data with SmartPLS. The results demonstrate that all three occupational therapy interventions have a significant positive impact on employee well-being. Work environment adaptation and task modification emerged as particularly influential, while sensory integration techniques also contributed positively, though to a lesser extent. Employee engagement significantly mediated the relationship between the interventions and well-being, indicating that when employees feel engaged, the benefits of these interventions are more pronounced. Furthermore, work-life balance moderated the effect of work environment adaptation on well-being, amplifying its positive impact. These findings are aligned with the Job Demands-Resources Theory, which posits that workplace resources mitigate job demands, leading to higher employee well-being and retention. The study underscores the importance of integrating physical adaptations with policies that support employee engagement and work-life balance. Despite its contributions, the study is limited by its cross-sectional design, geographical focus, and reliance on self-reported data, suggesting future research directions to enhance generalizability and validity. Overall, this research offers valuable insights for clinic managers seeking to optimize employee well-being and performance through occupational therapy interventions and holistic work environment strategies.

Keywords: Employee Wellbeing; Occupational Therapy Interventions; Work Life Balance; Work Environment; Job Demand Resource Theory; Employee Engagement (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2024
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DOI: 10.61506/01.00465

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