![]() “It’s meant to make difficult topics easy and approachable and accessible conversations in the workplace. It’s online, but I also received a physical package of goodies that are handouts and some fun activities,” Johnson said. “It provides lots of tools in terms of a unique approach. The program’s goals include building greater awareness and understanding of mental health, reducing stigma and fostering safe and supportive work cultures. The division office then worked with the Prairie South Teachers’ Association to offer the program to educators, although all staff - including non-teachers - can access the initiative. Johnson explored the program herself before she subscribed the school division to the initiative, she said. ![]() A mental health program that the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) created is producing positive results for staff and students in Prairie South School Division, the division says.Īmy Johnson, superintendent of human resources, spoke to division trustees during their recent board meeting about “Not Myself Today.” This program is the CMHA’s flagship workplace mental health initiative that is evidence-based and aligns with the National Standard of Psychological Health and Safety by addressing common psycho-social factors.
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