Mental Health Support in the Workplace……

January 19, 2022 Wellbeing Campus

Workplace mental health programs are more than just a lunchtime yoga class and fruit bowls!

When we work is good, it gives us a sense of purpose, belonging, achievement, and can increase our self-esteem. Our professional life has an impact on our mental health.

Every minute spent at work on mental health helps everyone, even the company's bottom line.

Benefits to business

Return on investment - For every $1 spent to improve mental health at work, you can achieve returns of up to $4 through improved productivity and savings from reduced workers compensation claims.
Attract and keep good staff – According to research, working in a psychologically healthy atmosphere is the second most significant criterion to consider while looking for a career. Employees are also less inclined to switch jobs.
Reduced absenteeism – Workers take less time off, which saves your business money.
Increased productivity – In mentally healthy workplaces, workers are more committed to their organisation and doing their best work.
Competitive advantage – Make your workplace an employer of choice where there is a great culture and people want be part of your company.

Benefits for workers

Acceptance – A positive and inclusive workplace culture gives employees the confidence to be themselves at work and feel like they belong.
Job satisfaction – Working in a mentally healthy workplace gives people a greater sense of purpose, achievement, and pride in their work.
Social connection – A supportive work environment encourages co-workers to socialise and get to know each other. Download the icare Social Connections Toolkit
Better support – In a mentally healthy workplace, workers will know how to access mental health support services if needed and feel comfortable to do so. Seeking support early leads to better mental health outcomes. Learn more
Role clarity – Everyone will have a clear understanding of what is expected of them in their role and why.
Recovery – workers experiencing mental ill-health get better support. Recovery at work helps people recover quicker.

Mental health awareness and psychoeducation programmes in the workplace play a significant part in decreasing stigma and teaching managers/leaders/team members on how to help someone in the workplace who may be suffering from a mental health illness or experiencing a decrease in their mental state.

At Wellbeing Campus, we provide corporate consultancy on mental health in the workplace, accredited Mental Health First Aid training and bespoke support. Our staff are experienced in mental health and have tertiary qualifications in mental health, social work, and psychology.