Free tools and tailored solutions to create a healthy workplace

The workplace is where we spend a large part of our waking lives. Often, it can be a significant source of stress and pressure which can lead to increased absenteeism rates and compensation claims.

According to HR Advance, absenteeism costs the Australian economy $44 billion every year. Broken down, that’s $578 per worker per sick day, or $3,608 per worker per year.

How can business leaders support mental health and wellbeing?

South Australian workplaces are increasing their focus on workplace health and wellbeing, with many delivering strategies and programs to protect and promote worker health, safety, and wellbeing.

Creating a supportive workplace that prioritises mental health can increase productivity, reduce injuries and illness, enhance job satisfaction and lower absenteeism rates.

Here are some steps you can take as leader to create a positive workplace culture that prioritises mental health:

The Healthy Workplaces Service can help you develop tailored solutions to your workplace challenges. By signing up to the service, you will be connected to a dedicated advisor who will help you to conduct a needs assessment and develop a plan to engage staff; essential steps that help integrate wellbeing into the culture of your business.

Find out how well your workplace is supporting mental health by using the healthy workplaces tool kit. Get step-by-step guidance, and access online resources and templates to help you plan, action and reflect on your workplace health and wellbeing strategy.

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