Centre Resources by Guarding Minds @ Work Factors
Once you have identified the areas of potential strength or concern for your workplace using the Guarding Minds @ Work™ tool, we invite you to review the variety of resources that are available here on the Workplace Strategies for Mental Health website.
Each Psychosocial Factor (PF) is described below. Click the grey arrow to advance to the next PF, which includes a description of the PF, a statement to help you think about the current state of your workplace and free resources.
Psychosocial Factors (PF):
Psychological Support
Objective: A work environment where co-workers and supervisors are supportive of employees' psychological and mental health concerns, and respond appropriately as needed.
Organizational Culture
Objective: A work environment characterized by trust, honesty and fairness.
Clear Leadership & Expectations
Objective: A work environment where there is effective leadership and support that helps employees know what they need to do, how their work contributes to the organization, and whether there are impending changes.
Civility & Respect
Objective: A work environment where employees are respectful and considerate in their interactions with one another, as well as with customers, clients and the public.
Psychological Competencies & Requirements
Objective: A work environment where there is good fit between employees' interpersonal and emotional competencies and the requirements of the position they hold.
Growth & Development
Objective: A work environment where employees receive encouragement and support in the development of their interpersonal, emotional and job skills.
Recognition & Reward
Objective: A work environment where there is appropriate acknowledgement and appreciation of employees' efforts in a fair and timely manner.
Involvement & Influence
Objective: A work environment where employees are included in discussions about how their work is done and how important decisions are made.
Workload Management
Objective: A work environment where tasks and responsibilities can be accomplished successfully within the time available.
Engagement
Objective: A work environment where employees feel connected to their work and are motivated to do their job well.
Balance
Objective: A work environment where there is recognition of the need for balance between the demands of work, family and personal life.
Psychological Protection
Objective: A work environment where employees' psychological safety is ensured.
Protection of Physical Safety
Objective: A work environment where management takes appropriate action to protect the physical safety of employees.
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