Mental Health Essentials for People Leaders
Navigating mental health challenges in the workplace can be complex. This course delves into strategies for people leaders to enhance their ability to recognise initial indicators of compromised mental wellbeing. Gain valuable expertise in effective communication interventions, making reasonable accommodations, and fostering a culture of seeking assistance. This training serves as a proactive method to boost understanding of mental health, diminish stigmas on personal, societal, and organisational levels, and equip leaders with essential skills to provide optimal support for their team members.
This half-day intensive program is crafted for leaders aiming to harness an in-depth understanding of mental health within their teams. Emphasising early recognition and strategic intervention, you will be equipped with a suite of skills to navigate mental health challenges and foster a culture of understanding and support.
Who should attend?
Leaders and managers who want to expand their understanding and effective communication on mental health to get the best from their team, and create better positive outcomes for their team members.
Every international student application is considered for a scholarship
Whether you’re living in Australia or overseas, you’re automatically considered for a scholarship of up to 20% off your course fees. Please check our updated entry requirements.
Duration
0.5 day (half day)
Study modes
Full-time
Swinburne Live Online Short Courses and Qualifications
Our Live Online training is delivered to you live, providing similar interactions as face to face training with the benefits of remote access. The training is delivered through video conferencing and discussion board platforms. Workshops are broken into interactive video sessions, including presentations and distribution of materials and discussion board based activities.
Our Live Online delivery
Our Live Online delivery is a dynamic, engaging and interactive way to learn remotely. It’s just like face to face but with the added benefits of digital technology. Your facilitator will present in real-time, and you will be able to participate in group discussions and collaborate on exercises and group activities using our interactive platforms.
Course details
- Course delivery, learning objectives and benefits.
Course delivery
Specifically tailored for leadership roles, this half-day session enhances leaders' capability to spot early signs of mental health issues in their teams. It provides leaders with the tools and strategies needed to foster a supportive environment and ensures that they are equipped to navigate mental health challenges effectively.
Topics covered:
- Mental health statistics and impacts in Australia.
- Balancing work responsibilities with mental health considerations.
- Effective communication techniques for mental health support.
- Leveraging workplace resources for optimal employee support.
- Promoting leader-specific well-being and self-care strategies.
Learning objectives
- Gain insight into the prevalence of mental health issues in Australia's working population.
- Develop proficiency in initiating supportive conversations and interventions.
- Understand the balance between leadership responsibilities and accommodating mental health needs.
- Apply strategies to foster a culture of mental well-being within teams.
Benefits
Specific organisational benefits
- Expert Facilitation: Each of our programs is facilitated by experts in the field, ensuring that participants benefit from credible, research-backed insights and techniques.
- Flexibility in Delivery for Organisations: We understand that each organisation has its unique needs. Hence, our sessions can be delivered face-to-face or live online, ensuring that regardless of logistics or global positioning, mental health training remains accessible.
- Ready-to-Go: Our programs are ready-to-go. This means minimal preparation time on your part and a streamlined process to get your staff the training they need.
- Tailored Content: While the core content is standardised, each session can be tailored to resonate with specific industry challenges or corporate cultures. This ensures relevance and applicability for all participants.
- Empowerment and Skill-building: Each of the three programs not only raises awareness but also equips attendees with tangible strategies and tools. This means attendees don’t just learn about mental health—they gain the skills to positively impact their own well-being and that of their peers.
Facilitators
- Facilitator information.
Cassandra Danskin
Cassandra Danskin is a highly regarded facilitator. With a wealth of knowledge spanning paramedic services, occupational rehabilitation, and mental health, Cassandra's exceptional ability to provide pertinent examples and deliver captivating training has made her a highly sought-after facilitator. As an ASORC-registered Rehabilitation Counsellor with over 8 years of experience, she offers return-to-work services for employees with WorkCover claims. Cassandra regularly conducts mental health courses for diverse organisations. Cassandra is an accredited principal trainer for Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), a globally recognised suicide prevention program. She also conducts various Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) courses, offering public and private sessions tailored to organisational needs.
Teresa Coffey
Teresa brings 9 years of experience as a facilitator speciliasing in mental health and injury management. workplace interventions. With over 18 years of corporate consulting experience in education, business, and health, Teresa has worked across various industries, including government, and is known for her subject matter expertise. She uses relevant workplace examples to deliver engaging and energetic training sessions. Teresa is a registered Rehabilitation Counsellor with Australian Society of Rehabilitation Counsellors and has hands-on experience dealing with treaters, employees with complex mental injuries, the employee's manager, and return-to-work coordinators. She regularly collaborates with organisations to identify opportunities for an evidence-based approach to improve culture, safety, early intervention, and employee wellness.
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