Lifeline Accidental Counsellor Workshop – 4 June

Providing a “Mentally Safe” workplace for your employees!

The Maitland Business Chamber supports mental health in the workplace. After the success of last year’s Mentally Safe event, we are partnering with Bloomfield to offer the Lifeline Accidental Counsellor Course at a significantly subsidised rate.

Date:  04 June 2025

Reduced member price: $100 — normally valued at $325

• Learn to support colleagues, employees, or clients in distress

• Maintain professional boundaries while offering help

Lifeline Course Objectives:

• Recognise when someone is struggling

• Provide initial support and reassurance

• Refer individuals to professional services

• Manage your own wellbeing while helping others

The Importance of Creating Mentally Safe Policies for Future Investment

As legislation and workplaces continue to evolve, the importance of creating mentally safe policies has never been greater. A mentally safe workplace is not just a “nice to have” — it’s essential for the long-term success, resilience, and wellbeing of any organisation.

With mental health conditions now accounting for a growing percentage of workers’ compensation claims, businesses can no longer afford to be reactive. Proactive mental health policies help protect teams from known psychosocial risks like high job demands, poor communication, life changes and lack of support.

Creating mentally safe policies mean:

• Recognising and managing workplace stressors early
• Building a culture of respect, trust, and open communication
• Training leaders and employees to identify and support mental health challenges
• Embedding wellbeing into everyday business practices, not just in times of crisis

The benefits go far beyond compliance. Mentally healthy workplaces experience higher employee engagement, lower absenteeism, stronger retention rates, and better business performance overall.

As the future of work becomes more complex, investing in mental health is not just the right thing to do — it’s a smart, strategic move to future-proof your people and your business.

Register today for this substantially subsidised workshop series – places are limited!