Workshops | Mental Health Journey Australia

Workshops

Personalised Approach

At Mental Health Journey Australia, our workshops are carefully crafted to deliver exceptional value to our clients. We understand that a thriving workplace begins with a healthy and empowered workforce. Our workshops, tailored to your unique needs, empower leaders and employees to address psychosocial hazards effectively, fostering a culture of psychological safety.

Our expert team brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, equipping your organisation with the skills and insights necessary to promote employee well-being, boost productivity, and reduce workplace-related mental ill health. Join us in the journey towards a safer, more nurturing workplace where the mental health of your team is a top priority.

Our Workshops

2-Day Psychosocial Hazards Workshop

Join our intensive 2-day psychosocial hazards course tailored for HR professionals, safety experts, managers, and supervisors. This comprehensive course covers the following key areas:

Definition of Mental Illness and Mental Health:
Gain a clear understanding of mental illness and mental health, setting the foundation for informed workplace strategies.
Identification and Control of Psychosocial Hazards:
Explore psychosocial hazards and effective controls, equipping you with the knowledge to create a safer work environment.
Early Intervention Techniques:
Learn essential early intervention strategies, ensuring a proactive approach in the risk management process.
Return to Work Protocols:
Understand the intricacies of safely returning individuals to work after experiencing mental ill health.
Work and Job Redesign:
Explore techniques for redesigning work and jobs to enhance well-being within the workplace.

Upon completion of this workshop, you will possess the skills and tools needed to design and implement effective processes and procedures for managing psychosocial hazards within your organisation. You'll be equipped to intervene early in the risk management process, safely guide someone back to work after experiencing mental ill health, and develop comprehensive plans to address stigma within your organisation. Elevate your capabilities and contribute to a mentally healthy workplace.

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1-Day Psychosocial Hazards Workshop

Join our intensive 1-day psychosocial hazards course designed for HR professionals, safety experts, managers, and supervisors. This focused course explores crucial areas including:

Understanding Psychosocial Hazards:
Delve into the various aspects of psychosocial hazards, gaining insights into their identification and control.
Effective Controls for Psychosocial Hazards:
Learn strategies for implementing controls that effectively manage psychosocial hazards in the workplace.
Work Design & Re-design Techniques:
Explore the principles of work design and re-design, acquiring practical skills to enhance workplace well-being.
Addressing Stigma:
Tackle the vital topic of stigma, understanding its impact and developing strategies to address it within your organisation.

Upon completing this workshop, you'll possess the skills and tools necessary to design and implement effective processes and procedures for managing psychosocial hazards within your organisation. Elevate your capabilities and contribute to fostering a mentally healthy workplace environment.

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Stigma Workshop

Tailored for those managing people within the workplace, our impactful 1-day Stigma workshop delves into the following key areas:

Understanding Stigma:
Gain a comprehensive understanding of what stigma truly is and its impact on individuals within the workplace.
Exploring Three Types of Stigma:
Navigate through Self, Social, and Structural Stigma, uncovering insights into each type's dynamics.
Strategies to Tackle Stigma:
Learn practical strategies to address stigma within your workplace, fostering a culture of understanding and inclusivity.

Upon completion of this workshop, you will be equipped with the skills and tools needed to design and implement effective processes and procedures for managing stigma within your organisation. Join us in creating a workplace environment that champions mental well-being and confronts stigma head-on.

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Workplace Behaviours Workshop

Embark on a transformative 3-hour Workplace Behaviours workshop tailored for employees, HR professionals, safety experts, managers, and supervisors. This dynamic session covers:

Responsibilities to Safety:
Explore the participants' responsibilities to safety in the workplace, establishing a foundational understanding for fostering a secure work environment.
Identifying Unacceptable Behaviours:
Delve into the identification of unacceptable behaviours, providing participants with insights into recognizing and addressing potential workplace challenges.
Strategies for Addressing Unacceptable Behaviours:
Equip participants with adept strategies for effectively dealing with unacceptable behaviours, fostering a culture of professionalism and mutual respect.
Next Steps for the PCBU:
Navigate the essential next steps for the Person Conducting a Business or Undertaking (PCBU), crucial for shaping and maintaining a workplace culture that prioritizes safety and well-being.

By the workshop's conclusion, participants will have gained not only the skills but also the knowledge necessary to confidently address and manage unacceptable workplace behaviours. This newfound proficiency extends to the effective implementation of processes and procedures, fostering a workplace culture that prioritizes safety and respect.

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Standard Mental Health First Aid Course (MHFA)

Embark on the enriching 2-day Standard MHFA course, designed for employees, HR professionals, safety experts, managers, and supervisors, offering a comprehensive exploration of key areas:

Signs and Symptoms Recognition:
Develop the ability to recognize signs and symptoms of mental health problems in adults, fostering increased awareness and understanding.
Evidence-Based Action Plan:
Acquire and implement an evidence-based action plan, empowering participants to initiate crucial mental health first aid conversations.
Overcoming Barriers to Help-Seeking:
Explore and overcome barriers to help-seeking, gaining practical insights to create a more accessible and supportive environment.
Crisis Assessment and Support:
Learn to assess a variety of crisis situations and provide essential initial support, fostering a proactive approach to mental health intervention.
Understanding Mental Illness Prevalence:
Gain valuable insights into the prevalence and impact of mental illnesses, including risk factors, treatments, and available supports, enhancing overall mental health literacy.
Self-Care Practices:
Apply indispensable self-care practices as a Mental Health First Aider, ensuring personal well-being while providing vital support.

Upon completion, individuals emerge as certified Mental Health First Aiders (MHFAiders), equipped with the knowledge, confidence, and skills to offer crucial mental health information and support when it matters most.