Mental health problems are on the rise and can affect Canadians in their prime working years. Business professionals must feel prepared to offer hands-on guidance in response to challenging and complex mental health, safety and performance issues. Designed specifically for business professionals, this workshop includes practical and tactical strategies for responding to real-world scenarios and high-risk situations.
Upon completion of the 7-hour workshop, participants will be prepared to:
- Explain signs and symptoms of common mental health problems and disorders
- Recognize and address the impact of stigma on the workplace
- Apply communication skills for improving trust and responding to sensitive employee health and performance issues
- Implement accommodation strategies for supporting health and performance
- Address complex or high-risk situations
- Identify resources to support employees, leaders and business professionals