Over the last few years, mental health has become more of a mainstream issue. In fact, statistics indicate that approximately one in four adults experience a mental health condition. Therefore, it is more important now than ever for organizations to make mental health and wellness a priority, given all the rapid changes leading to higher levels of stress and uncertainty in the post-COVID workplace. The goal of this course is to outline the signs of mental health challenges in the workplace, such as changes in behavior, mood, or performance, while providing practical strategies for HR Professionals and Business Leaders to build and implement accommodations for a mentally healthy work environment.
Learning Objectives
- Obtain an overview of the most common mental health challenges in the workplace
- Gain a better understanding of how to recognize signs of mental health issues
- Gain a better understanding of their obligations in addressing the mental health of their employees
- Acquire strategies for managing mental health challenges in the workplace.
- Develop guidelines for recognizing and supporting a mentally healthy workplace
- Understand an overview of information and education about different mental health issues in order to effectively support their employees
Major Topics
- Introduction to Common Mental Health Issues in the Workplace
- Identifying and Managing Mental Health Issues in the Workplace
- Helping employees with mental health issues perform their jobs more effectively
- Building a supportive workplace environment and policies that destigmatize and address mental health concerns, provide resources and encourage self- care
