Employees generally perform better in an environment where they feel accepted and valued. By reviewing the factors that contribute to a mentally healthy workplace, we can achieve this.
“Being a great place to work is the difference between being a good company and a great company.” Brian Kristofek, President and CEO, Upshot
Signs of a mentally healthy workplace
Increasing workloads, rapid technological change, shifting market demands, and a lack of work-life balance. A healthy workplace has many components that fall under communication, workload and trust. Some signs of a mentally healthy workplace include:
- a clear understanding of the organisations vision and strategy for all employees at all levels
- clearly defined individual duties and responsibilities
- a safe environment where employees feel they can voice their opinions
- recognition for good work and service
- well managed workload
- work - life balance
- respectful behaviour from all staff, regardless of title
- established conflict resolution practices
- professional training and learning opportunities
Information provided by ExCeL London
Case Studies - positive Mental Health at work
The Healthy Working Lives Award
By achieving the Healthy Working Lives award, you will
- have a healthier, more motivated and productive workforce
- reduce absence rates and support employees in work and returning to work
- reduce accidents, incidents and work related ill health
- enhance your reputation and increase your profile
- contribute to the health of the wider community
The Scottish Event Campus (SEC) are proud to hold this award, saying 'it encourages you as a business to have a structure to your health and wellbeing activities on an annual basis. It comes with a variety of resources that are free that you can deploy in the business.'
Resources
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