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How To Manage Mental Health in The Workplace

April 27th 2017, 8:00 am to 10:00 am Delta Fredericton – 225 Woodstock Road Fredericton, NB
Chapter:	Fredericton
Language:	English

Cost:

Members - $25.00
Non Members - $45.00
(CDN, HST included)

Presenters:
Cheryl Edwards
Canadian Mental Health Association NB Cheryl Edwards Cheryl has been involved in mental health for many years both as a parent and professional. Her daughter was diagnosed with bipolar disorder at eight years old, a diagnosis that started their family on a journey of navigating the mental health and education systems. At the age of eleven, her daughter was placed on suicide watch and spend five weeks in the Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Unit (CAPU) in Moncton. Since then she has been diagnosed with Social Anxiety and is on the autism spectrum. While the journey with mental health has been filled with tears, exhaustion and fear, it has also provided valuable understanding and compassion for individuals who suffer through their diagnosis. Because of this, Cheryl attended the University of New Brunswick to obtain a Bachelor of Education Degree with a concentration in Special Education focused on behaviour and mental health. Cheryl began her career with the Canadian Mental Health Association in the fall of 2016 and has not looked back. She began working as an Employment Counsellor helping individuals who self-identify as having mental health issues prepare for, gain and maintain meaningful employment. Today, she is the At Work Program Coordinator for CMHA and looks forward everyday to going to work and helping people everyday. She is a firm believer that “when you find a job that you love, you never have to work another day!” Becky Arseneault Becky Arseneault is a young mother of 2. She started her career at CMHA of NB in 2010 in an administrative position. Over the years, she has been working on client focused events such as Mindscapes NB and has been a part of the implementation of many new programs and initiatives. She began her position as a Job Coach with the At Work employment program and hasn’t looked back. She is passionate about helping others reach their employment goals and ensuring that her clients focus on their wellness and own mental health. In her limited spare time, Becky is typically enjoying her time with her children, practicing yoga and enjoying time outdoors gardening.
Description:
Mental health in the workplace is a growing concern for both employers and employees. There are still many questions about employer Mental Health Policies and Procedures, what a psychologically safe work environment looks like, employer and employee rights and responsibilities, which employees are really in need of support, what employers can do to help and what community resources are available. The Canadian Mental Health Association of New Brunswick’s presentation will help these answer these questions and provide valuable insight on how you can make your workplace a psychological healthy and safe environment.
Special Notes:
This session would appeal to HR professionals, business leaders, managers, administrators, business owners, consultants, students and union leadership. A hot Buffet Breakfast will be served from 8 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. The presentation is scheduled to begin at 8:30 a.m. Bring your business card to enter to win a free breakfast session! Please note that individuals who register but are unable to attend will be invoiced if they don’t cancel before the registration deadline.