Unlocking Well-Being in the Workplace

Start with yourself, overcome burnout, and build a more resilient organization

According to HBR.org, “Burnout is now officially recognized by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the responsibility for managing it has shifted away from the individual and towards the organization.” Whether you are struggling with a loss of productivity, an increase in turnover, or a decrease in employee morale, this Burnout and Stress Management course from AIM HR Solutions can help
everyone better support themselves and others. While stress is a part of life, we can manage it with the right mindset and tools. This knowledge-building session is your chance to:

• Summarize the difference between good and bad stress
• Identify warning signs of burnout in yourself and others
• Recognize examples of adaptive and maladaptive coping strategies
• Build your own stress management toolbox

Build a culture that supports resilience, reduces stigmas, and empowers employees to thrive

80% of American workers say they would consider quitting their current position for an organization focused on employee mental health, according to a survey of 1000 workers by Tellus International. While it’s essential for companies and organizations to prioritize mental health initiatives, success only happens when we all have a better understanding of how to support both ourselves and colleagues who may be struggling with mental health issues. This session is focuses less on tools and tactics and more on raising awareness and reducing stigmas. By the end of this knowledge-building session, you’ll be able to:

• Explain the difference between mental and emotional health
• Summarize common mental health themes in professionals
• Identify common signs and symptoms of anxiety and depression in self and others
• Practice having open and supportive conversations with colleagues about mental health issues including how to ask for help, offer support, and provide referrals to appropriate resources

Create a supportive work environment for employee’s mental health and wellbeing

Mental health conditions affect millions of people. It can be difficult to understand how best to support yourself or others in the workplace suffering from depression, anxiety, PTSD, pandemic-related stress,
or a myriad of other mental health conditions. Discrimination complaints, accommodation requests, and productivity in the workplace can all be affected by these things. As mental illness prevalence increases, society places an increasingly high priority on mental health awareness, and COVID-19 results in ongoing uncertainty, these issues will only grow. This makes it imperative that your company is aware
of its legal obligations and best practices regarding mental health conditions at work. By the end of this knowledge-building session, you will:

• Recall the main laws and regulations governing mental health in the workplace, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA),
  and the Mental Health Parity Act (MHPA)
• Explain the role of management and HR in addressing mental health concerns among employees; including how to respond to requests for accommodations and how to
  handle sensitive conversations around mental health
• Demonstrate an understanding of common mental health conditions and how they can impact employees’ ability to perform their job duties
• Employ best practices to help foster a healthy and productive workforce even if they do not stem from a legal obligation.