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Wellness at work for leaders

A compilation of resources to support leaders in creating wellness at work.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Manager orientation

    Did you know that our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides manager-specific orientation sessions? You'll learn about the services available to all employees and how to activate manager-specific tools such as Manager Consultations.

    Orientation options:

  • Invite us to visit your team
    Invite a member of the Wellness at Work team to visit your next huddle, meeting, or event to present on a wellness topic, or resources and supports available to faculty and staff. Email wellnessatwork@ontariotechu.ca to invite us today.
  • Managing individualized employee health needs and fostering an inclusive environment

    As a manager, you play an important role in creating an inclusive, supportive and barrier-free workplace. Being responsive and proactive towards those within your team who require workplace accommodation are two stand-out qualities of an exemplary leader. Knowing how to best manage an employee’s absence due to illness can be challenging, but your Wellness at Work Team is available to help.

    Learn more about programs and services available to support employees requiring workplace accommodation or when there is a planned or unexpected need for them to take time away from work due to medical reasons:

  • Mindful meeting starters

    Begin your next huddle, meeting, or event with a Mindful Meeting Starter. Complimentary access to the Mindful Society Global Institute's Mindful Meeting Starters is available until May 2024.

    • What's included?
      • Reference guide
      • Eight guided practices you can use to start huddles, meetings, and events.

    Enrol to receive complimentary access to this digital resource bundle.

    Bonus:

    • Access Mindful Self-Care Practices to support your well-being and receive:
      • Two reference guides.
      • Eight guided practices validated to support mental and emotional well-being.
  • REACH Guidelines: Supporting employee mental health
    As a leader, you are in a key position to see warning signs that may indicate a team member needs assistance. Use the REACH Guidelines for Employees to support your team members' mental health and well-being.
  • The Working Mind Training for Managers

    Gain knowledge to identify shifts in mental well-being in yourself and others while learning coping skills to manage stress.  Increasing our awareness about mental health will help reduce stigma associated with mental illness. 

    Managers will receive The Working Mind for Employee version plus additional content about supporting your team including:

    • Having healthy conversations.
    • Return to work and accommodation.
    • Helping your team through crisis management.

    Participants will receive a certificate of completion from the Mental Health Commission of Canada.

    Visit the events, initiative and training web page to register for an upcoming training session today.

  • Your well-being
    You can't pour from an empty cup. Self-care is not selfish, but essential to your well-being and those around you. Visit the events, initiative and training web page and self-help resources web page to engage in initiatives and access resources to support your health and well-being.