Mental Health in the Workplace
This course is for workplace leaders looking to improve their skills to support mental health and wellbeing in their workforce.
Course overview
Mental Health in the Workplace explores and describes management practices that promote good mental health. Participants learn to distinguish between mental health and performance issues and gain valuable insight into the impact that mental health conditions might have on capacity to work.
This course will help participants understand the ethical rights of workers who experience mental health conditions, including rights such as freedom from stigma, stereotypes and assumptions, the recognition of changing needs and rights to self determination.
Course details
Participants will become familiar with the legal requirements relating to mental health in the workplace including WHS and Common Law, anti discrimination laws, the Privacy Act, reasonable adjustment under the Disability Discrimination Act, performance issues and dismissal under the Fair Work Act.
This one-day training takes place in an exciting and stimulating environment that involves facilitated group discussion, trainer insights, activities and shared knowledge.
Who is this for
- Managers/Team Leaders
- Human resources professionals
- Workforce development roles
All of our professional development training is available for delivery on site at your organisation. Alternatively, we can tailor a course to suit your specific requirements. Contact us to find out more at askus@mhcc.org.au