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Workforce wellbeing

Supporting you to support others.

Are you experiencing stress or burnout in your role? You’re not alone.

Mental health workers often face stress and burnout because their job involves helping people with complex emotional issues. This work can be emotionally taxing, especially with high caseloads and limited resources.

However, with the right support and self-care practices, they can manage stress effectively. By maintaining a healthy work-life balance and seeking support when needed, mental health professionals can continue to provide valuable care while protecting their own wellbeing.

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 Prioritise your own wellbeing

Self-care

Prioritise self-care by making time for activities that help you relax and recharge, such as exercise, hobbies, and spending time with loved ones.

Boundaries

Set boundaries by clearly defining work hours and sticking to them. Learn to say no when your workload becomes too heavy to maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Support

Access support by seeking help from colleagues, supervisors, or mental health professionals. Joining peer support groups can also provide valuable connections and understanding.

 Where to access support

Black Dog Institute’s Essential Network

Visit the Black Dog Institute’s Essential Network for mental health resources and support.

Beyond Blue

Reach out to Beyond Blue for information and support to achieve your best possible mental health, whatever your age or wherever you live.

Visit your doctor

Find out how your doctor can help you regain your mental health and wellbeing, including via a personalised mental health plan.

1300 MH CALL: Mental health access line

Contact 1300 MH CALL: Mental health access line as a first point of contact for support, information, advice, triaging, and referral.

ADIS

If you are concerned about alcohol and/or drug use, visit ADIS for 24/7 support. ADIS also offers a self-assessment quiz to see if your alcohol and/or drug use is risky.

Mental health and wellbeing services

Find out about mental health and wellbeing support services (Brisbane, Gold Coast, Fraser Coast) for children up to the age of 25, and their families.

Head to Health

Find mental health support at the Australian Government’s Head to Health initiative to live well, find help, work with your GP, and get support for unexpected events.

Lifeline

If you or someone you know needs urgent mental health support in Australia, call 000 or Lifeline on 13 11 14 (24/7). They offer crisis support and suicide prevention services. Remember, you’re not alone

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