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How to approach staff and volunteers who may have poor mental health during COVID-19 lockdowns

What are the signs that a staff member might be going through a mental health challenge? And  what can managers and supervisors at non-profits do to support them through it? Marian Spencer, Head of Operations – People and Culture at Black Dog Institute, has shared advice on supporting staff and volunteers who may be struggling with mental health challenges during the coronavirus pandemic. She advises “workplaces should aim to create a culture in which disclosure and help seeking are welcomed and supported” and that organisations should develop mental health and wellbeing policies to help keep staff connected to the workplace, which can support their recovery. Read more.

Community and disability workers invited to share their experiences in new research survey

The Australian Services Union has commissioned researchers from UNSW to complete a survey for Community and Disability Service workers, and PeakCare subscribers…

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Welcome to the PeakCare team, Kate Bjur!

PeakCare is excited to announce that Kate Bjur will be joining the team from 4th December 2023, as our Director…

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Will you support Queensland children to Thrive by Five?

“Early learning and childcare is not an optional extra, this is an essential service.” Thrive by Five is an initiative…

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Community and disability workers invited to share their experiences in new research survey

The Australian Services Union has commissioned researchers from UNSW to complete a survey for Community and Disability Service workers, and PeakCare subscribers…

Read More

Welcome to the PeakCare team, Kate Bjur!

PeakCare is excited to announce that Kate Bjur will be joining the team from 4th December 2023, as our Director…

Read More

Will you support Queensland children to Thrive by Five?

“Early learning and childcare is not an optional extra, this is an essential service.” Thrive by Five is an initiative…

Read More