Mental Health in the Workplace

IPMA-HR compiled the following guidelines, news articles, and sample policies to help public sector HR professionals support the mental health of workers at their organizations.

Related Webinars

Panel Discussion: Mental Health in the Workplace
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Join a panel of experts composed of public sector HR practitioners and mental health professionals in a discussion on Mental Health in the Workplace. Learn strategies and tools to identify needs, reduce stigma, increase communication, and bridge the gap between employees and the resources available to them.

HR News Magazine

A collection of relevant articles from our monthly publication. The HR News Magazine is a member-only benefit. To access these articles, log in with your account or join now.

WHAT THE RESEARCH SHOWS: Mental Health and Public Sector HR
April 2021
Try Virtual Group Fitness Classes for a Remote Team-Building Boost
January 2021
How the Pandemic Changed Wellness Programs
October 2020
The New World of Work Makes Resilience Training Critical for Employers
October 2020

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Resources

Resources, guidelines, announcements, and articles.

Supporting Work Flexibility Helps Rural America Thrive 1 Million for Work Flexibility (1MFWF) - 04/15/2021
Knowing the Warning Signs Center for Workplace Mental Health | American Psychiatric Association (APA) - 04/14/2021
The Mental Health Movement in the Workplace National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) - 04/12/2021
Employees: How to Cope with Job Stress and Build Resilience During the COVID-19 Pandemic Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) - 04/08/2021
CASE STUDY: Caregiver Program Reduces Absenteeism in Clackamas County American Psychiatric Association (APA) - 04/05/2021

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Relevant Policies

Best practices and peer-provided policies, trainings, and programs.

Basics and Beyond - Workplace Wellness Programs that Work for You
PPT, 3.30 MB
Town of South Windsor - Wellness Policy
PPT, 331.00 KB
City of College Park - Wellness Program Policy
DOCX, 32.48 KB
Wellness Clinic Brochure
PDF, 552.59 KB
The Evolution of Wellness - Prince George's County
PDF, 261.09 KB

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Archived Webinars

Work and Occupational Stress in the Midst of COVID-19 | September 23, 2020

How to Thrive and Flourish When Working in Isolation | April 7, 2020

In Harm's Way: Suicide Prevention in Law Enforcement | March 26, 2020

Mental Health Screenings

A comprehensive assessment of an organization's awareness, education, culture, and services related to mental health:

Organizational Assessment

Online screenings to determine whether you are experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition:

Mental Health Screening Tools

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