SuperFriend supports research and an evidence-based approach to improving workplace mental health. The following resources have been produced by SuperFriend in conjunction with mental health experts to provide simple, practical information to assist you to build a thriving workplace.
As bushfires continue to devastate our beautiful country, we extend our thoughts and deepest sympathies to all people and communities who have been affected by the bushfire crisis.
We have developed resources to assist employers in providing appropriate support to their employees.
Learn about the short-term, intermediate and long-term phases of a crisis, what to expect and practical ways to support your people and customers.
Through this annual national study, we have pinpointed actions most likely to help workers and workplaces thrive. We have also highlighted industries and groups of workers most at-risk—giving employers a clear and comprehensive roadmap for intervention. Download the Indicators of a Thriving Workplace 2019 Suvery, analysing insights from over 10,000 Australian workers in a broad range of industries and occupations, via the link.
Key findings from this year’s Report include:
This resource provides practical information on five evidence-based characteristics known as ‘domains’– Leadership, Connectedness, Policy, Capability, and Culture – which are essential for creating positive and thriving workplaces. These guidelines equip readers with evidence and a business case for building thriving workplaces, as well as simple, cost effective ideas to action.
This resource and its Action Area guidelines provide a roadmap of practical recommendations for insurers to improve the psychological and financial outcomes for the person on claim and the insurer.
This booklet helps individuals to learn more about mental health and how to get help for yourself or a friend or colleague. It provides a number of practical suggestions for listening to and supporting work colleagues.
Most of us are juggling multiple roles in our lives, and many of these typically involve caring for others. Making self-care a priority with “the life juggle” can be tricky, so to help, we’ve put together this resource packed with simple, easy and free ways you can inject more care for yourself into each and every day.
After spending months behind the scenes with major Australian insurers and reinsurers, we have developed these insights which highlight several key approaches found to result in better outcomes for people on claim and claims workers. Behind the scenes in Australian Life Insurance claims management is suitable for anyone working in the insurance sector, but particularly for those with claims-focussed roles.
The series is designed to give you quick tips and easy take-aways to consume on the go and immediately apply in your own organisation.
Guidelines containing actionable strategies that organisations, teams and individuals can use to promote positive mental health in and through the workplace. Rather than focusing on the reducing the negative impacts that the work environment can have on employees and organisations, promoting positive mental health in the workplace develops environments where employees can flourish and reach their optimal potential. This resource explains how.
Practical resources to ensure you’re accessing the highest quality information and advice around promoting positive mental wellbeing in your workplace. These resources meet strict standards of SuperFriend and our government and regulator partners, VicHealth and WorkSafe Victoria. They will help organisations to build a workplace environment that is supportive, cohesive and respectful, which ultimately enables workers to be more engaged, positive, and effective.
Stigma is one of the biggest barriers to people seeking help for mental health issues as it forces people to keep quiet about their mental health which can have damaging and dangerous consequences. The language we use is a large contributor to that stigma and we can all help to reduce the stigma by ensuring we are speaking about mental health respectfully. This resource can be printed off for your work desk!
‘Managing Bereavement, Grief and Loss’ booklets equip employees and employers with the skills and confidence to support themselves and colleagues experiencing life’s inevitable losses, including relationships, pets, loved ones and houses. It educates about the helpful and harmful actions of support to take during this time.
SuperFriend’s recommended resources to assist in the support of people at risk of, or affected by, suicide in rural areas. These resources look at Mental Health First Aid guidelines, supporting someone through financial difficulties, conversations and information for people who are supporting someone after a suicide attempt.
The 2018 Indicators of a Thriving Workplace report is the fourth edition of SuperFriend’s annual workplace mental health survey. This edition surveyed over 5,000 Australian workers across different industries, business size, and work roles, against 40 scientifically-validated characteristics that indicate that a workplace is thriving. These indicators are presented across five essential domains: leadership, connectedness, policy, capability and culture. Organisations can use these indicators to gauge the mental health of their own workplace and prioritise their own areas of focus for action.
Creating a mentally healthy workplace is vital for all organisations today. A mentally healthy workplace is one that encourages its workers to stay well and supports those who are experiencing mental health challenges. This may require some major cultural shifts, as well as small yet effective steps on a day-to-day basis. It all starts with…
If one of your staff is experiencing mental health issues – will you know how to support them? SuperFriend supports workplaces to promote mental health and wellbeing and reduce the stigma associated with mental illness. Do you know how to recognise the signs of a mental health problem? Did you know that the worst thing you…
Research tells us that, due to its prevalence, mental illness is affecting your business right now, or has the capacity to do so. At any point in time, one in six working aged people is living with a mental illness. Beyond that, it’s believed there are more people experiencing mental health challenges ranging from high stress to…