This essential course provides comprehensive training in workplace wellness and mental health support strategies. Participants will learn to recognize signs of mental health challenges, implement supportive interventions, and create psychologically safe work environments. The program covers stress management techniques, resilience building, and the development of organizational wellness programs that benefit both employees and the business. Through evidence-based approaches and practical tools, attendees will gain the skills to foster mentally healthy workplaces where employees can thrive.
Workplace Wellness and Mental Health Support
Human Resource Management and Talent Development
October 25, 2025
Introduction
Objectives
Key learning objectives for this course include:
- Understand mental health fundamentals and workplace impacts
- Recognize signs of common mental health challenges
- Develop skills for supportive conversations about mental health
- Create effective workplace wellness programs
- Implement stress reduction and resilience building strategies
- Establish psychological safety in teams
- Navigate legal and ethical considerations
- Measure the effectiveness of wellness initiatives
- Build a culture that supports mental wellbeing
Target Audience
- HR Professionals and Managers
- Team Leaders and Supervisors
- Health and Safety Officers
- Wellness Committee Members
- Mental Health First Aiders
- Executive Leadership
- Union Representatives
- Employee Assistance Program Coordinators
Methodology
- Case studies of successful wellness programs
- Role-playing supportive conversations
- Group discussions on workplace scenarios
- Individual self-assessment exercises
- Wellness program design workshops
- Mindfulness and stress reduction practices
- Action planning for organizational implementation
Personal Impact
- Enhanced ability to support colleagues in distress
- Improved personal stress management skills
- Greater emotional intelligence and empathy
- Increased confidence in mental health conversations
- Better work-life balance practices
- Stronger leadership and influence skills
Organizational Impact
- Reduced absenteeism and presenteeism
- Improved employee engagement and retention
- Enhanced organizational reputation
- Lower healthcare and disability costs
- Increased productivity and innovation
- Stronger, more resilient workforce
Course Outline
Mental Health Fundamentals
Understanding Mental Health- Spectrum of mental health and wellbeing
- Common mental health conditions overview
- Stigma reduction and mental health literacy
- Workplace factors affecting mental health
- Impact of mental health on productivity
- Return on investment for wellness programs
- Legal obligations and duty of care
- Ethical considerations in workplace mental health
Recognition & Response
Early Identification- Recognizing changes in behavior and performance
- Common signs of stress and burnout
- Anxiety and depression indicators
- Crisis recognition and response protocols
- Having mental health conversations
- Active listening and empathy skills
- Setting appropriate boundaries
- Referral pathways to professional support
Wellness Program Development
Program Design- Assessing organizational needs and readiness
- Developing comprehensive wellness strategies
- Budgeting and resource allocation
- Stakeholder engagement and buy-in
- Rollout strategies and communication plans
- Training and awareness campaigns
- Peer support programs
- Manager training for mental health support
Stress Management
Individual Strategies- Stress awareness and self-assessment
- Coping mechanisms and resilience building
- Mindfulness and relaxation techniques
- Time management and boundary setting
- Workload management and job design
- Flexible work arrangements
- Psychological safety initiatives
- Work environment improvements
Psychological Safety
Creating Safe Environments- Principles of psychological safety
- Building trust and inclusion
- Encouraging voice and participation
- Handling mistakes and learning from failure
- Modeling vulnerable leadership
- Creating feedback-rich cultures
- Addressing toxic behaviors
- Team norms and agreements
Evaluation & Sustainability
Measuring Impact- Key metrics for wellness programs
- Employee surveys and feedback mechanisms
- Analyzing absenteeism and presenteeism data
- Return on investment calculations
- Integrating wellness into organizational culture
- Continuous improvement cycles
- Leadership commitment and accountability
- Sharing success stories and best practices
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