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Strength-Based Supervision: Empowering Staff Growth

By andrewwalsh

Supervising employees who provide direct support services to their communities is a challenging role. ‘Front line’ service personnel are expected to meet administrative, legislative, practice, and ethical standards while also accommodating the unique needs of their clients. Effective supervision attends to the dual role of ensuring that the community and its partners are receiving services … Continued

Preventing Workplace Bullying Through Psychological Safety

By andrewwalsh

For Community Social Services Workplace bullying can have serious consequences for employee well-being, team dynamics, and overall organizational health. This webinar will explore what bullying looks like in the workplace, how to recognize its various forms, and identify common predictors. Participants will gain insight into the impact of bullying on psychological safety, and learn proactive, … Continued

Recovery: a Personal Account From the Front Lines

By andrewwalsh

Brian Dean Williams brings years of frontline experience supporting individuals with mental health and substance use challenges. Like many in this field, his early career took a personal toll—leading him to face his own struggles with stress and moral injury. In this session, Brian offers a heartfelt and honest account of that journey: the challenges … Continued

Rethinking Specialized OCD Treatment at Every Stage

By andrewwalsh

For Healthcare and Continuing Care This presentation is for anyone impacted by OCD, whether you live with it, support someone who does, or work closely with individuals in care settings. Tailored especially for caregivers, health care assistants, and long-term care workers, this session offers real-world insights and the latest research on OCD across the lifespan. … Continued

Increasing Emotional Intelligence at Work

By andrewwalsh

For Community Social Services Emotional intelligence is the ability to recognize, understand, and manage our own emotions, while also being attuned to the emotions of others. In high-stress environments, developing this skill can improve communication, strengthen relationships, and foster healthier workplaces. This interactive webinar offers practical tools and insights to help participants explore their emotional … Continued

Setting Healthy Boundaries for a Resilient Workplace

By andrewwalsh

For Community Social Services Maintaining professional boundaries is the cornerstone of a respectful, productive, and psychologically safe work environment. In this engaging and interactive session, we’ll dive into the importance of professional boundaries, explore the differences between personal and professional relationships, and understand how they impact workplace dynamics. Through real-world examples, scenario-based activities, and thought-provoking … Continued

Addressing Implicit Bias in the Workplace

By andrewwalsh

For Community Social Services Join us for an engaging and interactive one-hour webinar designed for both managers and employees, focusing on the critical role of self-awareness in identifying and addressing unconscious biases in the workplace. In this session, participants will learn effective strategies for recognizing and mitigating their own biases, whether they’re working as individuals … Continued

Webinar: Psychological Health & Safety Study Findings

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For Community Social Services Psychological Health and Safety Study: Key Findings and Next Steps Calling all senior leaders in the social services sector! Join us for a one-hour webinar dedicated to exploring the findings from the Community Social Services Sector Psychological Climate study. In this session, we will present high-level insights on the psychological hazards … Continued

Webinar: Improving Wellness With BounceBack

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For Community Social Services Improving Wellness with BounceBack®: A Free Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy Program Join us to explore BounceBack®, the Canadian Mental Health Association’s free, evidence-based mental health program designed to reduce anxiety and depression symptoms by up to 50%. Grounded in Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), this program offers BC residents aged 13+ practical strategies to manage … Continued

Webinar: Building Inclusive Workplaces

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For Healthcare and Continuing Care Building Inclusive Workplaces: Mental Health Through an EDI Lens Ever wondered how you can transform your workplace into a space where everyone feels supported and valued? Dive into this dynamic session with Dr. Claudine Cousins, CEO of Empower Simcoe, who brings over twenty-five years of experience in shaping organizations and … Continued