REVEALINGTHE BEST IN US

HOW TOTACKLE WORKPLACE

MENTAL HEALTH

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WELCOME ------------------------------------- 03

THE TOP 5 CHALLENGES You Face ----------- 04

HOW WE CAN SUPPORT YOU ------------------- 05

WHY CHOOSE K2 ASSOCIATES? ---------------- 06

TESTIMONIALS --------------------------------- 06

COURSES -------------------------------------- 07

PRICES ---------------------------------------- 08

HOW TO CONTACT US -------------------------- 09

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We are K2 Associates. Our vision is to engage, educate and empower organisations to lead their people to better mental health, via our Unmasking Psychology program.

Organisations are learning that well-being is good for business and that healthy people are happier, more engaged, more productive and less likely to leave.

Mental health training for managers and employees to provide and enhance skills is a key component for creating a safe, healthy workplace where the mental and physical health of employees are valued equally. Training gives people tools to support their own mental health and that of their colleagues, and can help encourage people to seek and access support.

However training is just one part of the puzzle, as each organisation’s culture is different. For increased effectiveness and to have a sustainable impact, there needs to be a wider organisational strategic approach to mental health and well-being.

Most organisations are implementing mental health training without an understanding of the leading recommendations on why this is needed and without a wider strategy.

That is why you also need to develop and enhance your overall strategy to help your employees thrive and in turn, your business succeed.

If you are reading this you are already thinking about how to improve the mental health of your organisation. We are here to support you on the journey.

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WELCOME IMPORTAnt statistics

Lee Sharp Msci MBPsS SGCPDirector of Mental Health,K2 Associates UK Ltd, Unmasking Psychology Program

• Poor mental health costs UK employers up to £45 billion each year

• But for every £1 spent by employers on mental health interventions, they get back £5 in reduced presenteeism, absence and staff turnover

(Deloitte, 2020)

• 1 in 4 people will admit to some form of mental health issue this year (more do not admit it)

• 3 in 5 people experienced mental health issues at work

• Mental health issues are now the number one cause of workplace absences

• 3 in 4 people think more should be done about mental health

• 70% of people believe that the NHS does not have sufficient resources for mental health

• 8 in 10 people believe employers should do more about employee mental health

• 67% of employees say they would use well-being services if offered by employers.

(Mind, 2020)

THE TOP 5 CHALLENGES DEALING WITHWORKPLACEMENTAL HEALTH1. Understanding why mental health is being addressed by employers at all.2. When and why employers should act - understanding the multiple steps to be taken to properly address

mental health in the workplace.3. Engaging with an Organisation you trust.4. What training to implement and why?5. What happens after training?

Various guidelines exist, with a government report recommending 6 core standards relating to workplace mental health.

It is these standards and associated research that has prompted organisations to start mental health training, but this only covers core standards 2 and 3 – what about the others?

1. Produce, implement and communicate a ‘mental health at work’ plan

2. Develop mental health awareness among employees

3. Encourage open conversations about mental health and the support available when employees are struggling

4. Provide employees with good working conditions and ensure they have a healthy work life balance and

opportunities for development

5. Promote effective people management through line managers and supervisors

6. Routinely monitor employee mental health and well-being

From Thriving at Work:

The Stevenson / Farmer review of mental health and employers

core standards

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HOW k2 associates can support you1. K2 Associates can and will explain why mental

health at work is relevant and why companies are looking to training in Mental Health

2. We will listen to your needs and provide consultancy and advice. Then if needed, training to support you to manage well-being proactively, minimising the impact of mental ill health on the work and life of staff, whilst also focusing on the thriving element of mental health.

3. This will lead to reduced absenteeism, reduced presenteeism and reduced employee turnover, leading to more productive employees and a successful business.

What is the legislation for Mental Health First Aid?

Legislation for Mental Health First Aid provision in the workplace is not yet in place. The Health and

Safety Executive says:

“You should consider ways to manage mental ill health in your workplace which are appropriate for

your business, such as providing information or training for managers and employees, employing

occupational health professionals,appointing mental health trained support programmes.”

Your mental health policy is the foundation to a healthy workplace.

We can work alongside you to deliver training that complements and enhances your existing well-being strategy if you have one.

If you do not yet have one, you need one. We can assist in getting you started on that journey and support you along the way.

Protect employee mental health through prevention and early intervention

Develop management skills and knowledge to have effective mental health conversations

with their teams

Encourage people to access support early when needed, for a faster recovery

Promote a mentally healthy environment, allowing people to thrive and become more productive

Embed culture change across the whole organisation

Build employee confidence to have open conversations around mental health and

break the stigma

Empower people with a long term mental health issue or disability to thrive in work

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LICENSED TRAINING PROVIDERSYou need your providers of Mental Health training to be licensed, appropriately skilled and experienced. All of our trainers are Members of The British Psychological Society with deep knowledge of psychology and mental health. You need access to a range of training courses.

EXPERTISE AND RESULTSProviding you with expert consultancy and training, you need to work with an organisation that provides engagement around mental health issues and subsequent results.

FLEXIBLE DELIVERYWith our online, on-site or our premises training, we bring quality mental health training to your employees, no matter where they are based.

EVIDENCE BASEDYou need to ensure that your employees are trained by people grounded in research, with courses developed by experts and those with lived experience of mental health issues.

SOCIALLY RESPONSIBLEYou want to partner with a responsible and ethical organisation. We have a background of working with and supporting charities - offering free or discounted training throughout the year.

MEET THE CORE STANDARDSHelp meet the recommended core standards for a healthy workplace as set out for all employers in the Government’s Thriving at Work report.

WHY CHOOSE OUR TRAINING?

what customers have said

“We were apprehensive at first about the concept and after discussions I realised that there would be a benefit for our organisation.

It was a strange fact that the staff we thought would not buy into the concept did and those that we thought would, did not at first, but now find this a great help to there own personal and business relationships.

Whilst the concept is very innovative for our business, we feel it gives our staff a good platform to benefit themselves and also the business. The increase in understanding and contentment has blossomed overt the 6 months that we have introduced this benefit.

Thank you for all of your hard work and the support of management to overcome the future hurdles that we may have to contend with.”

Neil Kimber ACII Director-High House Insurance Services Ltd

“Mental ill health can and does impact anyone. We wanted to have an understanding so as to support people to open up and talk about whatever they might be dealing with.

We picked K2 Associates and the Unmasking Psychology programme as we wanted real expertise about mental health, not just train the trainers.

We think we were right, the trainer was approachable, gave clear explanations and broke things down to be understandable and relevant. Highly recommended.”

Darren BuchanOwner –Toasty home Plumbing Services

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TRAINING COURSES

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Training is the foundation to a healthy workplace. Educating people about mental health helps to open up conversations, breaks down stigma and encourages mental health resilience. It can also ensure people are aware of how to access help, allowing for quicker recoveries and more positive outcomes.

Our courses are delivered online or on-site at your workplace, by a Member of the British Psychological Society. Our trainers have been recruited due to their psychological and mental health knowledge, diverse backgrounds and experience and their ability to engage, educate and empower attendees.

Your employees will gain:

• An in depth understanding of mental health and the factors that can affect well-being • Practical skills to spot thetrigger and sign of a range of mental health issues.

• Confidence to step in, reassure and support a person in distress using the UNMASK Crisis action plan • Enhanced interpersonal skills such as non-judgemental listening • Knowledge to help someone recover by guiding them to further support, whether self help resources, internal support such as EAP, or external sources such as their GP• Understanding of how to keep themselves safe while performing their duties

Your employees will gain:

• Knowledge and confidence to provide support for the most common health issues• Understanding of how to help build a mentally healthy workplace, challenge stigma and support positive well-being• Confidence to offer support to someone in distress or who may be experienceing a mental health issue• An introduction to looking after their own mental health

Your employees will gain:

• An understanding of what mental health is and how to challenge stigma• A basic knowledge of some common mental health issues• An introduction to looking after their own mental health and maintaining well-being

mental health first aid

mental health awareness

UNDERSTANDING MENTAL HEALTH

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PRIcesPrices quoted here reflect both online and on-site course deliveries

Course Price (ext. VAT)

Maximum capacity

Mental Health First Aiders £2,000,00 16

Understanding Mental Health £1,500,00 16

Mental Health Awareness £750,00 16

Prices include:• Delivery• Certificates of attendance• Customer service support• A Client Relationship Manager to oversee all deliveries • Post-delivery reports if needed• Digital Manuals

Prices exclude:• Venue hire where needed• Catering• Manuals (£20 per delegate)

While we do our best to provide you with the most up to date information, all prices are subject to change

contact us

K2 Associates400 Thames Valley Park Drive, Thames Valley Park,

Reading, Berkshire, RG6 1PT

Tel: 0118 9540047

Mobile : 07798 806969

E-Mail: lsharp@k2a.uk.com