OzHelp Tasmania

Background

OzHelp Tasmania was established, as a not for profit foundation, in 2007 with the aim of enhancing the resilience of apprentices and workers in the Tasmanian construction and building industry and of strengthening the support roles of industry leaders. The organisation’s approach was based on a successful program developed in Canberra and supported the vision of resilient and supported workforces where suicide is not an option.  

In 2020 OzHelp Tasmania merged with and now operates as a program of Lifeline Tasmania. Under Lifeline Tasmania, the OzHelp Tasmania program continues to deliver its services to a wide range of Tasmanian workplaces; maintaining its particular connection to the building and construction industry.

 

Supporting other industries and workplaces

Whilst still undertaking its primary role of suicide prevention and social capacity building within the building and construction industry OzHelp Tasmania has broadened its scope due to the success of the program and requests for training and support from other industries and workplaces recognising that overall workplace mental health and wellbeing was not being fully addressed.

Activities include:

  • Providing managers with the practical skills to help look after their employees.
  • Providing employees with an introduction to mental health to enable them to look after themselves and others.
  • Providing practical skills for young apprentices and trainees to develop resilience and coping skills (especially during their transition from school into the workplace).
  • Support services to assist all employees manage difficulties in both their personal and professional lives. 

In-house Workplace Training

Introduction to Mental Health and Wellbeing in the Workplace This 90 minute introduction to mental health and wellbeing is designed as the first step towards providing an understanding of what mental health is. Through this understanding participants undertake activities to reflect on their own mental health and wellbeing and develop an action plan to support improvements where needed. Enquire now
Managing Mental Health and Wellbeing the Workplace This three and a half hour program includes the Introduction to Mental Health & Wellbeing in the Workplace program. It is specifically designed to empower managers with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively manage workers presenting with issues pertaining to mental health and/or mental illness. Enquire now
Mentor / Supervisor - Learning to lead with confidence Mentor/Supervisor is for current and aspiring supervisors and mentors to develop their leadership abilities through improved communication and interpersonal skills. Enquire now
SALT - Suicide prevention

SALT is a two-hour suicide prevention training designed to increase suicide alertness in the workplace. The program also acknowledges that while most people at risk of suicide signal their distress and display invitations for help, these may be overlooked due to a lack of understanding of the signs. Participants will learn to recognise when a person may have thoughts of suicide and respond in ways that will link the individual to further help.

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Workplace Life Skills Toolbox - Apprentice / Trainee Support The move from school and the first few years in any industry can be difficult. This service provides practical support to young apprentices and trainees as they make the transition into the workforce. Budgeting & Finances, Mental Health & Wellbeing, SALT, Alcohol & other drugs, Conflict Resolution, Bullying & Harassment, Health Relationships. Enquire now

All OzHelp courses are run in-house by request only

- please send an email to [email protected] or complete a Training Enquiry From. 

To see all of our community training course dates go to our Upcoming Training.

Feel free to call 1300 003 313 to get your questions answered by one of the Training & Support team.

Lifeline Tasmania - working for a resilient and suicide free Tasmania.