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​​Psychological Health and Safety for Young Workers

The tourism & Hospitality Industry is known for attracting and hiring a lot of young workers. In fact, young workers (aged 15 to 24) represent the largest group at 28% of the total of the Tourism and Hospitality workforce in BC [1]. Furthermore, Young workers are reporting higher rates of psychological distress than any other age group, and having access to psychological support in the workplace is one of the top benefits they’re after [2].

Fostering a positive work culture, and offering comprehensive training and mentorship programs are some examples of how you can support the psychological health & safety and well-being of your employees.  If you’d like to learn more about how you can support young workers’ mental health in the workplace, we recommend visiting the CCHOS young worker zone which includes a section on psychological health & safety. 

If you’d like to have a more in-depth conversation about supporting young workers in your Tourism and Hospitality business, book a free consultation with one of our Workplace Psychological Health & Safety Coaches today!

References:

  1. go2HR. “BC Tourism and Hospitality Labour Market Information Workforce Profiles | go2HR.” go2HR, 16 Jan. 2024, www.go2hr.ca/research/bc-tourism-and-hospitality-labour-market-information-workforce-profiles. 
  2. Youth Mental Health Canada. “Youth Mental Health Canada.” Youth Mental Health Canada, ymhc.ngo.