Champions for Change: Introducing Mental Health Advocates in the Workplace
By andrewwalsh
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Eating Disorders: The Hidden Illness in The Food Industry
By ellie
Eating disorders among people who work in restaurants are far from rare. They’re just not always seen. In the hectic world of the hospitality industry, a silent mental illness often goes unnoticed: eating disorders among restaurant workers. A 2020 survey revealed that 90 percent of the Not 9 to 5 community faced mental health or … Continued
Integrating Psychological Health & Safety Into Your Work – Supervisors and Managers
By andrewwalsh
Contributing to Psychological Health & Safety in the Workplace – Workers
By andrewwalsh
Identifying Hazards and Mitigating Risks – Supervisors and Managers
By andrewwalsh
Identifying Hazards & Mitigating Risks – Workers
By andrewwalsh
Safety Huddle: Recognizing & Addressing Vicarious Trauma in the Workplace
By andrewwalsh
Front-line workers in community social services dedicate themselves to supporting others, often facing emotionally intense situations. While deeply meaningful, this work can sometimes lead to vicarious trauma, an emotional toll that arises from witnessing the trauma of those you serve. Understanding vicarious trauma, recognizing its signs, and implementing strategies to safeguard your well-being are essential to sustaining … Continued
Protecting Yourself While Helping Others: Understanding and Mitigating Vicarious Trauma
By andrewwalsh
Front-line workers in community social services dedicate themselves to supporting others, often facing emotionally intense situations. While deeply meaningful, this work can sometimes lead to vicarious trauma, an emotional toll that arises from witnessing the trauma of those you serve, listening to traumatic experiences, and empathetically engaging with individuals experiencing trauma. Understanding vicarious trauma, recognizing … Continued
Recognizing & Addressing Vicarious Trauma in the Workplace
By andrewwalsh
As a manager or employer in the community social services sector, you play a critical role in supporting employees who are at risk of vicarious trauma. This occupational hazard, stemming from exposure to the trauma of others, can affect staff well-being and productivity if not addressed. Understanding and mitigating its effects is essential to creating … Continued
Webinar Recording: Strategies for Coping with Anxiety
By andrewwalsh
For Community Social Services This webinar is tailored for professionals in the Community Social Services sector looking to deepen their understanding of anxiety and gain practical strategies for coping. Whether you’re a frontline worker or a manager, this session will provide valuable insights into the nature and function of anxiety, as well as evidence-based, easy-to-apply … Continued