I was fortunate enough to dial in into the ‘launch’ of the Healthcare Worker Wellbeing Centre. What a great initiative SCV! While looking after the mental health and wellbeing of our healthcare workers has always been important, the events of 2020 have made this an immediate priority for our health sector. Working in a tier 1 private facility, not only have I seen the extraordinary lengths the ED department has gone to with triaging , the wards with creating a safe space for our patients and caring and attending to the needs of each and every individuals around the clock. Its made it ever so clear that it really is time we gave back to those who give the most, our valued health workforce.
As part of a $9.8 million healthcare worker wellbeing package, the Victorian Government set up a Healthcare Worker Wellbeing Centre in early 2021. Led by Chief Clinical Officers, it is the first of its kind in Australia, and provides support for all who work in clinical and non-clinical roles in health services, community health and aged and primary care settings.
The centre will:
- provide direct links to organisations, tools and resources for healthcare workers to support their own mental health and wellbeing
- share tools, resources and training to help organisational leaders and managers to better support their staff
- look at ways to create system level changes and embed worker wellbeing as a priority across the broader health system.
One fantastic initiative discussed was the The TREAT app. Designed to help you find calm, clarity and balance during your busy working day.
Treat yourself and download the app now.
Available on the AppStore http://bit.co/treatapple
Or get it on Google Play http://bit.co/treatandroid
website: https://www.treathealthcare.com.au/
Let us be MindReady to take on the challenges of 2021.