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WorkWell Toolkit
The WorkWell Toolkit is a free online tool.
It uses a step by step approach to help business leaders promote mental health and prevent mental injury in the workplace through access to tailored tools and information.
www.workwell.vic.gov.au/toolkit
HOW IT WORKS
All in one spot
All of your policy templates, resources, videos, case studies and more, all in the one spot.
Designed for business leaders
Supporting owners, leaders, managers, HR, OHS and HSR to build mentally healthy workplaces.
Step-by-step advice
Step-by-step advice tailored to
your business size and industry type.
A prevention-led approach
Supporting businesses to take a prevention-led approach to creating mentally healthy workplaces.
Mental health during COVID-19
Coronavirus is causing disruptions
to many business owners across
the state, increasing stress levels
and impacting mental health. It is important you know how to look after your own mental health, as well as that of your employees.
To maintain your mental health during this difficult time, there are some simple things you can do, including:
• eating well
• staying active
• using phone and video calls to keep in touch with friends, family, and the community; and
• making a daily routine including the above
Telehealth services are now available if you or your employees need additional mental health support. Through Telehealth you can consult with a medical professional and request a mental health plan by phone or video call.
Coronavirus mental health resources
Beyond Blue has tips to help you run your small business from home and information for small business owners on managing mental health during coronavirus.
Heads Up has a page with information for employees including tips for self-care if you lose your job and how to work productive and safely from home.
Business.gov.au has a dedicated page on coronavirus and mental health where you can find a range of free mental health resources in Australia.
Running your own business can be a very rewarding experience, but being the boss can also be stressful. Prolonged stress can be a major issue and a risk factor for your mental health.
For further information please visit www.coronavirus.vic.gov.au/mental-health-during-coronavirus
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Mental health resources
Here is a list of existing mental health resources that you can reach out to. Lifeline, 13 11 14 – crisis support
Beyond Blue, 1300 224 636 – crisis support
R U OK? – Resources for conversations around mental health
Ahead for Business – small business mental health advice Heads Up – small business mental health advice
Suicide Call Back Service, 1300 659 467 – professional 24/7 phone and online counselling for people affected by suicide
Alcohol Drugs Information Service, 1800 250 015 – hotline and resources for those dealing with drugs and alcohol issues
National Debt Helpline, 1800 007 007 – free advice and step-by-step guides on how to tackle debt
The Royal Women’s Sexual Assault Crisis Line – crisis counselling, support and advocacy for survivors of sexual assault
Mensline, 1300 78 99 78 – crisis support for men Health.vic.gov.au – women’s mental health services finder
Domestic Violence Resource Centre Victoria – secures refuges for women suffering from domestic violence in Victoria
Reach Out – help for young people and their parents in difficult times
Red Cross – practical tips to maintain your wellbeing and manage isolation
SANE Australia, 1800 187 263 – support for those who identify as having a complex mental illness
Relationships Australia – relationship support services
Standby – support for anyone who has been impacted by suicide
Black Dog Institute – self-help tools, apps and information for people with depression
Mindspot – free service providing assessment and treatment courses Qlife – telephone and web-based services to support LGBTI people of all
ages
PANDA – a national telephone information, counselling and referral service for people suffering from perinatal anxiety & depression
Victorian Small Business Commission (VSBC) - VSBC has a comprehensive mental health guide for small business owners including how to identify red flags, building strong support networks and creating a mental health plan