Many employed adults are affected by mental health conditions that interfere with their personal and professional success and wellbeing. Work-related stress is also a major issue for many people, contributing to poor physical and emotional health, as well as decreased productivity and job satisfaction. Creating a workplace culture and environment that supports the emotional wellbeing of all employees can result in healthier and more productive employees.
Recommended Strategies
Education and Awareness
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Share education on personal stress management.
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Promote an Employee Assistance Program or local mental health resources.
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Provide education on mental health and substance use.
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Provide employee orientation on workplace policies and support for mental health and substance use recovery.
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Provide employees with information on the mental health benefits offered through the organization’s insurance.
On-Site Support
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Offer stress management opportunities.
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Offer workshops on mental health and substance use.
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Participate as a business in one community engagement activity.
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Create and maintain a dedicated quiet space for relaxation.
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Provide free or subsidized lifestyle coaching, counseling or self-management programs.
Policy Change
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Provide supervisory trainings on increasing support for employee wellbeing.
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Have a policy that supports employees who have mental health issues, including leaves of absence and plans for returning to work.
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Allow employees to access support services during working hours.
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Have a policy addressing the use of alcohol and substances at work and work-related functions, and promote responsible drinking at work-related events where alcohol is present.
Related Resources
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No-cost emotional wellness program for individuals
For more information, download the Support Emotional Wellbeing section of the Worksite Wellness Toolkit!