Mental Health Navigator for your Workplace
Enhancing workplace mental health by providing support to improve quality of life and wellbeing.
Mental Health Navigator for your workplace
The Calgary Chamber is committed to addressing mental health in the workplace by partnering with thought leaders and mental health practitioners to reduce stigma and empower strength. Through our partnership with the Calgary Counselling Centre, and with generous support from the City of Calgary’s Mental Health Strategy, the Mental Health Navigator will provide critical resources and support to businesses and their employees across the City.
ABOUT THE MENTAL HEALTH NAVIGATOR
The Mental Health Navigator (MHN) seeks to support mental health in the workplace, providing faster and better matched access to mental health care to improve quality of life and wellbeing. The MHN provides faster, better-matched access to mental health care through a comprehensive suite of services, including:
- Consultation: Personalized support for employers.
- Access to counselling: Personalized support for employees facing challenges.
- Crisis intervention: Immediate assistance during critical situations.
- Community resource referrals: Connecting employers and individuals to local services and resources.
Who Can Benefit
This free resource is designed for:
- Employees with or without access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) or benefits coverage.
- Business owners, leaders and HR representatives seeking guidance on supporting employee mental health.
- Employees who prefer not to engage with employer-provided EAP programs.
Tailored Support
Our MHN will assess each situation to customize support for individuals or organizations. By working collaboratively with community agencies, we ensure access to a wide range of resources tailored to specific needs.
Benefits for Employers and Business Owners
By integrating the MHN into your workplace strategy, you can:
- Demonstrate a genuine commitment to employee well-being.
- Enhance employee satisfaction, morale, and retention.
- Foster a supportive culture that reduces stigma around mental health.
Benefits for Employees
Employees can expect:
- Rapid access to support for personal issues or crises.
- Early intervention to prevent problems from escalating.
- Improved mental health, leading to better functioning at work and reduced stress.
The Mental Health Navigator is more than a resource; it’s a commitment to nurturing a healthier, more engaged workforce. Together, let’s pave the way for a brighter, more supportive workplace.
Looking for guidance from our Mental Health Navigator?
This service is available to employees who do not have access to an Employee Assistance Program or a benefits program which might otherwise cover the costs of accessing services within the community.
Meet Shazia Rahmani
Shazia, a Calgary Counselling Centre counsellor, holds a Master of Clinical Social Work degree (MSW) from the University of Calgary. She has a decade of experience as a front-line worker in non-profits working with children, youth, and families in areas of youth empowerment, mentorship, domestic violence, newcomer settlement, employment and education and community resourcing. Her experience and skills give clients the opportunity to receive therapeutic and social support. Shazia is skilled in community resource navigation, planning and problem solving, and is excited to support Calgary businesses with improved access to mental health and addictions support in their communities.
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