Mental Health And Resilience During Pandemics: Supporting Employee Well-being

Introduction

Mental Health and Resilience During Pandemics: Supporting Employee Well-being training equips professionals with the methodologies to foster mental health and resilience in employees during and after public health crises. This course focuses on analyzing the psychological impacts of pandemics, implementing support strategies, and understanding the impact of proactive interventions on employee well-being and productivity. Participants will learn to develop mental health support programs, implement stress management techniques, and understand the intricacies of fostering a supportive organizational culture. By mastering mental health and resilience strategies, professionals can enhance employee well-being, reduce burnout, and contribute to the creation of a resilient and supportive workplace during challenging times.

The unprecedented stressors associated with pandemics necessitate a comprehensive understanding of mental health support and resilience-building strategies. This course delves into the nuances of trauma-informed care, effective communication, and crisis leadership, empowering participants to develop and implement tailored mental health initiatives. By integrating psychological principles with organizational readiness, this program enables individuals to lead initiatives that promote employee well-being and foster a culture of support during and after pandemics.

Target Audience:

• HR professionals
• Managers and supervisors
• Employee assistance program (EAP) providers
• Mental health professionals
• Wellness program coordinators
• Organizational development specialists
• Individuals interested in mental health support
• Crisis management teams
• Training managers
• Diversity and inclusion officers

Course Objectives:

• Understand the principles and importance of mental health and resilience during pandemics.
• Implement techniques for analyzing the psychological impacts of pandemics on employees.
• Understand the role of trauma-informed care and psychological first aid in supporting employees.
• Implement techniques for developing and implementing mental health support programs.
• Understand the principles of stress management and resilience-building strategies.
• Implement techniques for fostering a supportive organizational culture and promoting psychological safety.
• Understand the role of effective communication and crisis leadership in supporting employee well-being.
• Implement techniques for providing resources and referrals for mental health services.
• Understand the legal and ethical considerations related to mental health support in the workplace.
• Implement techniques for conducting mental health awareness campaigns and training programs.
• Understand the challenges and opportunities of supporting mental health in diverse workplaces.
• Understand the role of employee participation in mental health initiatives.
• Develop strategies for continuous improvement in mental health support during and after pandemics.

DURATION

10 Days

COURSE CONTENT

Module 1: Foundations of Mental Health and Resilience

• Principles and importance of mental health and resilience during pandemics.
• Understanding the psychological impacts of pandemics on employees.
• Benefits of proactive mental health support.
• Historical context and evolution of mental health in the workplace.

Module 2: Psychological Impacts of Pandemics

• Techniques for analyzing the psychological impacts of pandemics on employees.
• Implementing mental health assessments and surveys.
• Utilizing psychological impact frameworks and models.
• Managing psychological impact analyses.

Module 3: Trauma-Informed Care and Psychological First Aid

• Role of trauma-informed care and psychological first aid in supporting employees.
• Understanding trauma responses and coping mechanisms.
• Implementing psychological first aid techniques.
• Managing trauma-informed care.

Module 4: Mental Health Support Programs

• Techniques for developing and implementing mental health support programs.
• Implementing EAP services and wellness initiatives.
• Utilizing mental health resources and tools.
• Managing mental health programs.

Module 5: Stress Management and Resilience Building

• Principles of stress management and resilience-building strategies.
• Understanding stress reduction techniques and coping strategies.
• Implementing resilience training and workshops.
• Managing stress management.

Module 6: Supportive Organizational Culture

• Techniques for fostering a supportive organizational culture and promoting psychological safety.
• Implementing inclusive communication and feedback mechanisms.
• Utilizing peer support and mentoring programs.
• Managing organizational culture.

Module 7: Effective Communication and Crisis Leadership

• Role of effective communication and crisis leadership in supporting employee well-being.
• Understanding crisis communication principles and strategies.
• Implementing leadership communication and support.
• Managing crisis communication.

Module 8: Resources and Referrals

• Techniques for providing resources and referrals for mental health services.
• Implementing mental health resource directories and referral systems.
• Utilizing community mental health services.
• Managing resources and referrals.

Module 9: Legal and Ethical Considerations

• Legal and ethical considerations related to mental health support in the workplace.
• Understanding privacy and confidentiality requirements.
• Implementing ethical guidelines and practices.
• Managing legal compliance.

Module 10: Mental Health Awareness and Training

• Techniques for conducting mental health awareness campaigns and training programs.
• Implementing mental health literacy and stigma reduction programs.
• Utilizing training modules and resources.
• Managing awareness and training.

Module 11: Remote Work and Mental Well-being

• Implementing Remote Work and Mental Well-being.
• Utilizing virtual support groups and online resources.
• Implementing remote work policies that support mental health.
• Managing remote work well-being.

Module 12: Recovery and Transition Strategies

• Implementing Recovery and Transition Strategies.
• Utilizing return-to-work support programs.
• Implementing post-pandemic mental health check-ins.
• Managing recovery and transition.

Module 13: Manager Training for Mental Health Support

• Implementing Manager Training for Mental Health Support.
• Utilizing training modules for recognizing and responding to mental health concerns.
• Implementing manager support resources.
• Managing manager training.

Module 14: Community Partnerships and Collaboration

• Implementing Community Partnerships and Collaboration.
• Utilizing local mental health services and resources.
• Implementing community outreach and support programs.
• Managing community partnerships.

Module 15: Data-Driven Mental Health Initiatives

• Implementing Data-Driven Mental Health Initiatives.
• Utilizing data analytics to track mental health trends.
• Implementing feedback mechanisms and evaluation tools.
• Managing data analysis.

Module 16: Continuous Improvement in Mental Health Support

• Implementing Continuous Improvement in Mental Health Support.
• Utilizing feedback mechanisms and program evaluations.
• Implementing policy updates and plan revisions.
• Managing improvement processes.

Training Approach

This course will be delivered by our skilled trainers who have vast knowledge and experience as expert professionals in the fields. The course is taught in English and through a mix of theory, practical activities, group discussion and case studies. Course manuals and additional training materials will be provided to the participants upon completion of the training.

Tailor-Made Course

This course can also be tailor-made to meet organization requirement. For further inquiries, please contact us on: Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Training Venue

The training will be held at our Skills for Africa Training Institute Training Centre. We also offer training for a group at requested location all over the world. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and buffet lunch.

Visa application, travel expenses, airport transfers, dinners, accommodation, insurance, and other personal expenses are catered by the participant

Certification

Participants will be issued with Skills for Africa Training Institute certificate upon completion of this course.

Airport Pickup and Accommodation

Airport pickup and accommodation is arranged upon request. For booking contact our Training Coordinator through Email: info@skillsforafrica.org, training@skillsforafrica.org  Tel: +254 702 249 449

Terms of Payment: Unless otherwise agreed between the two parties’ payment of the course fee should be done 5 working days before commencement of the training.