Mental Health in the Workplace
Looking after our workforce and striving for a happy, healthy workplace is crucial to keep existing and attracting new staff members.
Where the COVID-19 pandemic began as a health issue, it has had far-reaching societal, fiscal, and emotional ramifications on the population. Stress resulting from extended periods of disruption, fear and uncertainty has left many workers with reduced mental health and resilience. This means they are more likely to take leave or change jobs when they become overwhelmed.
At the same time, historically low unemployment levels mean workers have an increased choice of employers. This results in more workers changing employers and career direction than ever before.
So how can you promote a healthy workplace?
- Implement Health and wellbeing policies, programs / activities
- Create a culture where people feel accepted and valued
- Provide a safe work environment
- Provide Mental Health First Aid training for management and team members
There are many resources available, here are just a few:
1. Work Assist Program – As an employer there may be tricky times when you have an employee that may be experiencing difficulty maintaining their job due to injury, stress, anxiety or depression. The Personnel Group can help employers and their employee, address the situation to prevent further absenteeism, reduced productivity and resignation.
Work Assist – The Personnel Group
2. Undertake Mental Health First Aid Training – MHFA training will teach you practical skills to support someone with a mental health problem.
Mental Health First Aid (mhfa.com.au)
3. Implement a Health and Wellbeing program – research shows that mentally healthy workers are more productive and present. The Black Dog institute has workshops and online programs to help you grow a resilient workforce.
Workplace Mental Health Training – Black Dog Institute
4. Rural Adversity Mental Health Program – provides education for individuals, communities and workplaces.
RAMHP – Rural Adversity Mental Health Program
5. Further Resources – For further resources, check out the better place website, a joint initiative between The Personnel Group and Albury Business Connect, to promote workforce wellbeing and resources.
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