Almost half of all Australians are likely to be diagnosed with or experience a mental illness in their lifetime. In the 2023/24 period, mental health conditions accounted for approximately 12% of all serious workers’ compensation claims in Australia, with significantly larger financial costs and almost 5 times longer work absences than for physical injuries. (source Safe Work Australia)

At Evexia, we understand the potential impacts of poor mental health on individuals and the significant consequences and responsibilities for workplaces. By identifying risk factors, and building supportive controls, our Psychologists and Workplace Consultants can help strengthen wellbeing, shape productivity, restore relationships, and re-build workplace culture in Organisations of any size. Focusing on strategies that support wellbeing isn’t a nice to have anymore. It is a critical part of ensuring obligations are met under the Work Health and Safety Act

Investing in employee mental health and wellbeing, yields and average return on investment of $2.30-$4.00 for every $1 spent. Specific programs, targeted training and leadership support can offer returns of $5-$7+ per $1. Investing in mental health is both beneficial for employees and is a strategic financial advantage for workplaces.

So what does this look like in practice? There is no a onesize fits all solution to supporting mental health and wellbeing in your workplace. Sometimes, it requires the first step of education. What are the signs someone or a team may be struggling? How do I approach the situation? What supports can I offer and when should I connect them with professional help? We can help answer this and all of the tricky questions around mental health

Sometimes, it requires looking at the systems, structuresand processes at work to ensure we don’t inadvertently create an environment that depletes the mental health and wellbeing of our people. We can help with this too.

Evexia’s extensive experience in designing individual solutions and supporting leaders to deliver compassionate direction has been proven to be an integral part of many organisations wellbeing plan and significantly supported compliance to Managing the risk of psychosocial hazards at work Code of Practice 2022.

Visit worksafe.qld.gov.au to learn more about mentally healthy workplaces and contact Evexia at info@evexia.com.au or 1300 383 942 to discuss how we can support evidence based and impactful mental health practices in your organisation.