Mental Health Training
High quality Mental Health Training for our Managers, giving them confidence and skills to have difficult conversations and manage mental health issues in their teams more effectively .
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Popular Workshops
Mental Health Awareness for Employees
Managing for Team Wellbeing
Having a Mental Health Conversation
Accidental Counselling
Mental Fitness Training For Male Workforces
Managing Vicarious Trauma and Compassion Fatigue
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What to Expect from BetterWorkLife EAP Training and Worskhops
Customised EAP Training Crafted For Your Team
Betterworklife, we believe that every business is unique, which is why we take the time to truly understand your specific training needs and organisational culture. Our approach is all about crafting bespoke training workshops and solutions tailored just for you.
Practical Skills Focused Training
Practical, interactive training workshops with hands-on exercises, reflections and real-life scenarios.We sometimes even use actors to make it as real as possible.
Resources and Ongoing Support
Participants receive resources and follow-up materials to reinforce their learning and support their continued development.
Your people asking for more!
Our training doesn’t just get the job done—it leaves employees wanting more! It’s not just another workshop, its an experience that makes a lasting impact. Particiants walk away feeling empowered and excited to apply their new skills. snd our clients keep coming back for more, because they see the difference our training makes.
Expert Facilitation -Online or Onsite Training
Experienced psychologists and facilitators bringing real-world insights, lived experience and expertise, creates a meaningful and relevant learning space
Mental Health Training Workshops
Mental Health Awareness Training for Employees
Create a culture of mental health awareness and reduce stigma in the workplace with Mental Health Awareness Training for Employees.. Often, mental health can issues at work can be overlooked, leading to challenges that affect both individual wellbeing and team dynamics. Through this session, employees will learn how to recognise mental health issues, respond effectively, and offer meaningful support to colleagues. By enhancing their understanding of self-care and mental health signs, they will be better equipped to manage their own well-being and support others.
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Increase Mental Health Awareness: Develop a clear understanding of mental health, including common issues and their impact in the workplace.
Recognise Mental Health Issues: Learn to identify the signs and symptoms of mental health issues, both in yourself and your colleagues.
Respond Effectively : Understand how to offer appropriate support to colleagues and encourage them to seek professional help when needed.
Promote Self-Care and Wellbeing: Learn self-care techniques and coping strategies to help manage stress and prevent burnout.
Address and Reduce Stigma: Understand the stigma associated with mental health issues and its impact on seeking help. Learn effective ways to challenge and reduce stigma within the workplace.
Resources and Tools:Learn about available professional help, workplace support systems, and community resources.
Build Confidence in Support Skills: Develop the confidence to engage in conversations about mental health and support colleagues effectively.
FEATURES
Customised to your organisations learning objectives, preferred duration and budget Psychologist Facilitators
Interactive Learning: Give your employees the confidence and skills to contribute to a mentally healthy workplace. Interactive activities and discussions enhances understanding and gives an opportunity to practice skills and gain confidence in supporting themselves and others.
Managing for Team Wellbeing
Mental Health Awareness Training equips managers and supervisors with the knowledge and skills necessary to create a supportive environment that complies with Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) obligations. This interactive session will help managers understand their duty of care, navigate legal responsibilities, and implement strategies to create a mentally healthy workplace.
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Recognise and Address Mental Health Issues: Learn to identify signs of mental health issues among employees and colleagues.
Develop Practical Support Skills: Learn how to offer assistance, encourage seeking professional help, and implement supportive interventions.
Understand Managerial Duty of Care and OH&S Obligations: Gain a comprehensive understanding of legal responsibilities regarding mental health in the workplace.
Improve Self Care: Develop strategies for self-care and resilience to manage your own well-being while leading others.
Create a Supportive Work Environment: Understand how to implement policies and practices that support employee well-being and encourage open communication about mental health.
Utilise Case Studies for Practical Insights: Explore common scenarios related to mental health in the workplace. Analyse these cases to understand effective responses and strategies for various situations.
Access Resources: Familiarise yourself with available resources, including internal support systems, external professional help, and mental health tools.
FEATURES
Customised
Psychologist
Facilitators Facilitator Led Discussions: Explore best practices, share experiences, and discuss challenges related to managing mental health issues at work.
The Australian Council of Trade Unions estimates that for every dollar spent on mental health programs, organisations can save up to $2.30 in reduced absenteeism and increased productivity.
Engaging and gave the team knowledge and skills to engage in mental health conversations and identify issues.
Security and Emergency Management Training Manager,
The Sydney Opera House
Accidental Counselling Skills
This interactive workshop is designed for employees who find themselves in unexpected counselling roles. Perfect for customer service, aged care, disability services, education, and health professionals, the session equips participants with practical strategies and skills to support clients, customers or colleagues in distress.
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Understand Key Counselling Principles: Grasp the fundamentals of effective counselling, including active listening, empathy, and support strategies. Recognise common scenarios where accidental counselling occurs and learn how to address them appropriately.
Develop Practical Skills: Engage in interactive activities and role plays to practice managing distressing situations relevant to your specific role. Enhance communication skills to better connect with and support individuals in need.
Apply Self-Reflection: Reflect on their own strengths and areas for improvement in handling counselling situations. Create a personal action plan to apply the workshop's teachings in daily interactions.
Utilise a Toolbox of Resources:Gain access to practical strategies, handouts, and additional resources to support ongoing development
FEATURES
Customised to suit your organisations learning objectives, preferred duration and budget
Psychologist Facilitators
Suitable for: employees in customer service, aged care, disability services, education, and healthcare or any employees needing skills to support clients, customers or colleagues in distress.
“Organisations that prioritise mental health are more likely to retain talent, with employee turnover rates decreasing by as much as 50%.”
Mental Health Australia, 2023
Mental Fitness Training for Men
Mental Health Fitness for Men aims to improve mental health awareness and support for male employees. In a society where traditional norms often discourage men to have open discussions about mental health, this workshop seeks to challenge these norms and provide practical strategies.
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Understand Mental Health : Gain a foundational understanding of mental health, including common challenges and mental health issues and how they uniquely affect men.
Recognise Signs and Symptoms: Learn to identify early warning signs of mental health issues in yourself and others. Understand how stress, emotional strain, and psychological pressures manifest in men.
Explore the Stigma of Seeking Support: Delve into how gender norms and societal expectations shape men’s mental health experiences. Discuss strategies to challenge these stigmas and create an environment where mental health conversations are normalised and encouraged.
Build Mental Fitness: Discover practical coping mechanisms and resilience-building techniques tailored to men. Learn how to manage stress effectively
Access Resources and Support: Identify resources designed for men including professional help and online resources. Understand how to access these resources and support others in doing the same.
FEATURES
Customised to suit your organisations learning objectives, preferred duration and budget Psychologist Facilitators
By the end of this workshop, employees will have a deeper understanding of the unique aspects of men’s mental health, the impact of stigma, and will have practical tools to support their own wellbeing and that of their colleagues.
Managing Vicarious Trauma & Compassion Fatigue
This course on "Managing Vicarious Trauma & Compassion Fatigue" equips participants with the knowledge to identify, understand, and manage the effects of vicarious trauma and compassion fatigue. Through practical coping strategies and self-care practices, you’ll learn how to maintain a healthy balance and enhance resilience in your personal and professional life.
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Define Vicarious Trauma and Compassion Fatigue:
Understand what vicarious trauma and compassion fatigue are, including their causes and how they differ from one another. Recognise the signs and symptoms of both conditions in yourself and your colleagues.
Explore the Impact
Examine how vicarious trauma and compassion fatigue affect mental, emotional, and physical health.
Develop Coping Strategies:
Learn practical techniques for managing and reducing the impact of vicarious trauma and compassion fatigue. Explore strategies for maintaining a healthy work-life balance and setting boundaries.
Implement Self-Care Practices:
Understand the importance of regular self-care and its role in preventing burnout and enhancing resilience.
Resources:
Learn about available resources, including counseling, supervision, and peer support, to assist in managing vicarious trauma and compassion fatigue.
FEATURES
Customised Customised to meet your organisations learning objectives, preferred duration and budget
Online or Onsite
Psychologist Facilitators
By the end of this workshop, your team will be able to continue providing exceptional care while safeguarding their own well-being and professional longevity.
Suitable for : Frontline Workers, Healthcare, Veterinary Teams, Customer Care, NDIS and Aged Care.
The Key Benefits of Mental Health Training
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“The uplift in morale was extremely noticeable. Any organisation that values and is committed to its staff wellbeing will find it's a worthwhile investment."
— Anthony Vatner, CEO, BAC Insurance Brokers