Sessions
Concurrent Session
Strengthening Mental Wellness in the Workplace: Strategies for Empowering Organizations, Reducing Stigma and Increasing Engagement
Competencies: Interpersonal (Behavioral), People (Technical)
| Intended Audience: Early Career, Mid-Level, Senior-Level, Executive-level
Workplace Application:
Attendees will learn how to design a mentally and emotionally supportive work environment, empowering leaders and teams to prioritize mental health, reduce stigma, foster innovation, and drive success while addressing stress, work-life balance, health, and enhancing employee satisfaction, productivity, and engagement.
Amid the ever-shifting terrain of the workplace, nurturing mental health has emerged as a critical priority. Gain insights to design a psychologically safe and supportive work environment. Discover practical steps empowering leaders and teams to prioritize mental well-being, foster innovation, and drive success. Equip yourself with actionable strategies for stress remediation, work-life balance, health, and heightened employee satisfaction, productivity, and engagement. Let's foster a mentally healthy and thriving work environment together!
Learning Objectives:
- Navigate the shifting terrain of workplace mental health with insights into four key challenges.
- Drive innovation by discussing six dynamic strategies to cultivate psychosocial safety within organizations.
- Champion change within your organization by uncovering five compelling reasons to advocate for healthier, more supportive job designs.
- Assess how to observe shifts in mood and behavior that may be signs of potential mental health challenges.
- Implement connections with a person you may be concerned about.
- Identify how to respond to a struggling employee by connecting them with resources, supports and services.