Program Manager, WorkLife and WellBeing Massachusetts Institute of Technology Weymouth, Massachusetts
As society becomes more aware of the prevalence of mental health challenges among adults in the United States, workplaces are being charged with providing comprehensive wellness support to their employees. Through a focus on accessible resources and training for managers, Human Resources, and all staff, MIT’s Work-Life division has become a leader in workplace wellbeing. Attendees will be able to bring best practices from this session to their workplaces, whether they hold roles in leadership, HR, or they are part of the general workforce. Mental health providers will also be able to consult with their clients on healthy workplace practices.
Learning Objectives:
Identify opportunities and strategies for managers and HR professionals to engage employees, proactively and reactively, in discussions regarding mental health challenges.
Discover how to partner with HR and organizational leadership to decrease stigma associated with mental illness, support staff in times of crisis, and effectively promote the organization's mental health resources.
Understand the impact of the modern workplace on an employee's mental health, and how workplaces can build wellbeing programs to wrap around the employee's most urgent needs.
Increase manager and HR professionals' confidence in recognizing and addressing mental health.
Learn to make a business case demonstrating that mental health support and training at work is essential for your organization's long-term success.
