The Mental Health Project

14/02/2024

We are thrilled to be a valued Go1 mental health content partner, offering impactful mental health and resilience courses. Our Mental Health Awareness for Employees course has earned an impressive 4.7/5 rating from over 2000 Go1 users, and Building Resilience for Leaders and Managers has received an outstanding 5-star rating.

We are very grateful for the positive feedback and proud to continue supporting mental health and well-being in Australian workplaces and around the world.

All our mental health and resilience eLearning courses can be found on the Go1 platform or purchased independently for your SCORM compliant LMS. Click here to find out more 👉 www.thementalhealthproject.com.au

28/01/2024

When it comes to managing mental health and psychosocial hazards within your organisation, there are some obligations under work health and safety law that is of value to understand.

☝ We've prepared a quick summary for you : https://thementalhealthproject.com.au/2024/01/28/managing-psychosocial-hazards-in-your-workplace/.

Our 60 minute Mental Health Awareness eLearning training course for leaders helps managers better understand their legal obligations including in relation to psychosocial hazards. To find out more, book a free consultation with one of our workplace mental health and wellbeing experts today https://meetings.hubspot.com/esther-schwald.

18/01/2024

🌟 Excited to Share a Wonderful Testimonial! 🌟

We were thrilled to receive this awesome testimonial from the City of Logan about our collaboration! 🙌 Thank you Nikki Cox 🙏

If we can help you with your mental health training needs, get in touch with us here: https://thementalhealthproject.com.au/contact/.

11/01/2024

☝ In 2024, providing workplace mental health support services is an essential organisational requirement given the introduction of the Model Code of Practice on Managing Psychosocial Hazards at work in 2023, and that the most recent evidence suggests that at least 1 in 6 of your employees is currently experiencing a mental health issue.

This means that it is in the interests of your organisation to ensure appropriate mental health training for managers and that effective workplace mental health support services and processes are in place.

Not sure where to start? 🤔

We’ve got your covered! 🤗 Click here to find out how to build successful corporate mental health support services in your workplace https://lnkd.in/g2nPqgw8 or book in a time to speak with us here: https://lnkd.in/gyN9yMZb .

08/11/2023

Have you met our CoFounder and Managing Director, Esther Schwald? Esther co-founded The Mental Health Project in 2015. With a Masters in Leadership and Management, and a passion for making a difference, she brings over 25 years of invaluable experience across diverse industries and countries. Her extensive background includes executive and senior leadership roles in mental health, family and domestic violence, training and education, IT, professional services, health and safety, and mining and resources. Esther's passion for making a meaningful impact shines through in everything she does. She leads our Customer and Corporate Services teams with unwavering dedication and a deep sense of purpose. She's a natural extrovert, and during her downtime, you'll often find her at her local beach, indulging in early morning swims and tending to her home organic garden. We're immensely proud to have Esther at the helm of our mission to create positive change. Discover more about Esther and what inspires her by clicking the link below! 👇
https://thementalhealthproject.com.au/about/our-story/

02/11/2023

Have you ever wondered how you start a conversation with someone when you are worried about their mental health or they just don’t seem themselves? With an estimated 1 in 6 people of Australia´s working population experiencing a mental illness at any one point in time, it is highly likely that at some point in your career you will employ or work with someone who has a mental health condition. One of the most positive and powerful actions you can take as a manager when someone is struggling with a mental health condition is to have a supportive conversation with them – here’s how https://lnkd.in/dvFZwaUm

25/10/2023

We are privileged to share this wonderful feedback from the Shire of Noosa. Their kind words truly highlight the impact we strive to make for our clients. Thank you, Shire of Noosa, for entrusting us with the mental health training of your people! It's testimonials like these that inspire us to continue delivering quality, affordable, effective and easy to implement mental health and resilience training solutions. We are committed to making a positive difference for our clients, and feedback like this fuels our passion.

18/10/2023

We are thrilled to announce the launch of our brand-new website for The Mental Health Project at www.thementalhealthproject.com.au - your trusted partner for mental health and wellbeing eLearning courses! We are on a mission to make high-quality mental health and wellbeing education accessible to every business, and our new website is a significant step in that direction. Thank you for being a part of our journey! Please explore the website, share your thoughts, and let us know how we can further assist you on your path to creating a mentally healthier and happier workplace.

17/05/2022

Did you know our eLearning courses are designed by experienced psychologists, online learning and development experts, and organisational and leadership specialists. The result? High quality and time efficient mental health and wellbeing eLearning courses for your organisation that are both impactful and effective.

Our eLearning course innovatively designed to be highly engaging and interactive resulting in high levels of engagement and training transfer.

04/04/2022

The evidence is in….the statistics on mental health are difficult to ignore and should be enough to make any manager sit up and take notice. Mental illness is now the leading cause of sickness absence and long term work incapacity in most developed countries.
Grab a coffee and download our three-page business case for investing in mental health and wellbeing. We summarise the latest research and findings for you and help you understand why employee wellbeing is a good business strategy.

https://www.thementalhealthproject.com.au/the-business-case/

01/04/2022

We're excited to be partnering with Employment Hero next weeek to deliver a 2-part webinar series on one of the most important topics for individuals and businesses alike; Mental health in the workplace.

Join our Co-Founder & Managing Director, Kellie Lewis, who's going to debunk some myths surrounding mental health, and share how to effectively manage and support an employee experiencing a mental health condition

According to the Black Dog Institute, one in five Australians aged 16-85 will experience mental illness in any year. What’s more concerning is that an estimated 45% of Australians will experience mental illness at some stage in their lifetime. As we all know, the pandemic made things worse – muc...

29/03/2022

Mental health conditions are not all the same and they impact everyone differently. It’s important that we operate with accurate information and are supportive towards others who may be experiencing a mental health condition, this will have a significant and powerful effect on a person’s wellbeing and recovery.

22/03/2022

During a conversation with someone about mental health issues, difficult moments can sometimes occur. In these circumstances, it is not always easy to know the most helpful and constructive way to respond.

14/03/2022

Did you know that nearly half of the Australian population will experience a mental health condition at some point in their lifetime? This means it is highly likely that you will work with someone who may have a mental health condition during your career. One of the most positive and powerful actions you can take as a manager when someone is struggling with a mental health condition is to have a supportive conversation with them. Our eLearning courses provide an easy-to-use framework that enables managers and leaders to have that conversation. Get in touch with us to find out more.

08/03/2022

It can be tricky to understand how various parts of the law apply to mental health and the workplace. In this 1.5 minute video, our Co-Founder and Director, Esther Schwald, discusses the six areas of law that are important for leaders and managers to both understand and correctly apply in relation to mental health in the workplace.

Esther Schwald , Co-Founder and DirectorHi again, welcome to our short video bytes on hot topics in mental health and wellbeing in the workplace. In our dis...

28/02/2022

We're here to help bust some myths about mental health. Unfortunately, there are a lot of misconceptions about mental health conditions. This misunderstanding perpetuates negative attitudes and stigma towards people with a mental health condition. When individuals are operating off accurate information and are supportive towards others who may be struggling, this will have a significant and powerful effect on a person’s wellbeing and recovery.

21/02/2022

Not sure how to create a mentally healthy workplace? We’ve got you covered. Discover our high quality, affordable and time efficient mental health training eLearning courses that are specifically designed to help your business:
· meet its legal and moral health and safety obligations for providing a psychologically safe workplace
· improve employee wellbeing
· reduce the stigma associated with mental health in your workplace
· improve performance
Visit: https://lnkd.in/gmeTHHZe

14/02/2022

Recent research suggests that one in six Australians may currently be experiencing depression or anxiety or both. This means that it’s highly likely you will be managing or working with someone who may have a mental health condition. Our eLearning courses help managers and staff to understand and support someone at work who may be experiencing a mental health condition. To find out more visit: https://lnkd.in/gW3fprxs