Workplace Well-being and Mental Health Management

Duration: 7 Days
Target Audience: Senior executives, HR managers, team leaders, wellness coordinators, and managers responsible for supporting mental health and well-being in the workplace
Certificate: Certificate of Completion in Workplace Well-being and Mental Health Management
Format: Hybrid (Online/In-Person)

Day 1: The Foundations of Workplace Well-being and Mental Health

Objective: Introduce the importance of mental health in the workplace and the impact of well-being on employee performance and organizational success.

• Topics:

• Overview of Workplace Well-being and Its Business Value

• Understanding Common Mental Health Conditions Affecting the Workplace

• The Role of Leaders in Supporting Well-being and Reducing Stigma

• Interactive Session: Self-assessment on current workplace well-being practices and potential areas for improvement.

• Learning Activities:

• Lecture: Fundamentals of mental health and well-being in the workplace.

• Case Study: Examples of successful organizational mental health programs.

• Workshop: Participants assess the well-being initiatives in their own organizations and identify areas for growth.

Day 2: Recognizing and Addressing Mental Health Issues at Work

Objective: Equip participants with skills to recognize signs of mental health challenges in employees and promote understanding and empathy.

• Topics:

• Common Workplace Mental Health Challenges: Stress, Burnout, Anxiety, Depression

• Recognizing Warning Signs and Triggers

• Building Empathy and Reducing Stigma in the Workplace

• Interactive Session: Role-play scenarios to practice identifying mental health warning signs.

• Learning Activities:

• Lecture: Insights on mental health conditions and how they impact employees.

• Case Study: Organizations that effectively addressed mental health issues.

• Workshop: Participants analyze scenarios and discuss appropriate supportive responses.

Day 3: Creating a Comprehensive Well-being Program

Objective: Learn to design and implement a well-being program that addresses physical, mental, and emotional health needs.

• Topics:

• Components of a Holistic Well-being Program

• Customizing Programs to Fit Employee Needs and Preferences

• Setting Goals, Metrics, and Evaluating Program Success

• Interactive Session: Developing a well-being program framework for a hypothetical organization.

• Learning Activities:

• Lecture: Key elements of effective well-being programs.

• Case Study: Real-world examples of impactful well-being initiatives.

• Workshop: Participants design the outline of a well-being program and identify measurable outcomes.

Day 4: Building a Positive Work Culture for Well-being

Objective: Learn how to cultivate a supportive work culture where employees feel safe, valued, and empowered to prioritize their mental health.

• Topics:

• Creating a Culture of Psychological Safety and Open Communication

• Promoting Work-Life Balance and Reducing Workload Stress

• Encouraging Open Dialogue Around Mental Health

• Interactive Session: Strategies for fostering psychological safety and engaging employees in well-being practices.

• Learning Activities:

• Lecture: Insights on creating a culture that promotes mental health.

• Case Study: Organizations with exemplary cultures of well-being.

• Workshop: Participants design strategies to enhance psychological safety and improve communication.

Day 5: Mental Health Resources, Benefits, and Policies

Objective: Equip participants to provide employees with access to mental health resources, benefits, and supportive policies.

• Topics:

• Offering Mental Health Benefits and Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs)

• Policies on Flexible Work, Sick Leave, and Reasonable Accommodations

• External Resources and Partnerships with Mental Health Services

• Interactive Session: Reviewing and evaluating current policies and resources in participants’ organizations.

• Learning Activities:

• Lecture: Best practices for implementing mental health resources and benefits.

• Case Study: Organizations with effective policies supporting mental health.

• Workshop: Participants assess their organization’s benefits and create a plan to implement or improve them.

Day 6: Crisis Management and Supporting Employees in Mental Health Crises

Objective: Prepare participants to support employees facing mental health crises and provide effective responses during high-stress situations.

• Topics:

• Responding to Mental Health Crises and High-Intensity Situations

• Intervention Techniques and Communication Strategies

• Ensuring Continuous Support for Affected Employees

• Interactive Session: Practicing crisis management responses in real-life scenarios.

• Learning Activities:

• Lecture: Essentials of crisis response in mental health.

• Case Study: Crisis response strategies used by organizations to support mental health.

• Workshop: Participants practice handling simulated crises and role-play empathetic conversations.

Day 7: Capstone Project: Developing a Workplace Well-being and Mental Health Plan

Objective: Apply course learnings to create a well-rounded well-being and mental health management plan that integrates program components, resources, policies, and crisis management.

• Topics:

• Presenting a Well-being and Mental Health Strategy to Stakeholders

• Peer Review and Collaborative Feedback

• Key Takeaways for Sustaining a Mentally Healthy Workplace

• Learning Activities:

• Capstone Project: Participants develop a mental health and well-being plan for a hypothetical organization.

• Peer Review: Teams review and provide feedback on each other’s plans.

• Certificate Ceremony: Participants receive a certificate of completion.

Key Features of the Course:

• Expert Faculty: Led by experienced mental health professionals, organizational psychologists, and HR experts.

• Interactive Learning: Includes real-world case studies, role-playing scenarios, and crisis simulations.

• Capstone Project: Participants complete the course with a comprehensive mental health and well-being management plan.

• Certification: Recognized certificate of completion, denoting expertise in workplace well-being management.

Outcome:

Participants will gain the knowledge and skills to recognize mental health challenges, build supportive policies, foster a positive work culture, provide crisis support, and develop holistic well-being programs to create a mentally healthy workplace.