The Working Mind: Manager

This course covers the following topics:

• A focus on dispelling the myths of mental health problems and mental illnesses, aiming to reduce associated stigma;
• An overview of the Mental Health Continuum Model;
• Self-assessment of one’s own mental health along the continuum;
• Strategies one can apply at each point along the continuum;
• Workplace accommodations and return to work;
• How to observe changes in employees along the continuum;
• Appropriate actions to take;
• How to communicate with employees about mental health illness in a workplace context;
• Ad hoc incident reviews; and
• Practical application.

By taking the course, you will learn to

• understand mental health and mental illness
• recognize signs and indicators of mental health and mental illness in yourself and others
• reduce stigma and recognize negative attitudes toward people with mental health problems
• support colleagues with mental health problems
• maintain your mental health and improve your resilience.
• support your employees’ mental health and well-being
• enable all employees to be more fully productive
• ensure the workplace climate respects and involves all employees, including those with mental health problems
• encourage employees to seek support for mental health challenges.

Course modules:

1. Mental Health and Stigma
2. Mental Health in the Workplace
3. Stress and Resilience
4. Supporting Your Team