Mind Matters - May 2021
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Care to Speak expands capacity to support mental health of care workers
We have expanded the operating hours of Care to Speak, an online peer support service for health care workers. The change will allow for increased capacity to better accommodate the mental health needs of health care workers working on the frontline of the COVID-19 pandemic.
We're also encouraging people with experience working in frontline health care to volunteer confidential support one day a week. The extended hours of operation are Monday to Friday 5pm to 9pm and Monday to Wednesday 10am to 2pm. The service is completely confidential and free to access.
Understanding Addiction - June 15 to August 15
Understanding Addiction is a unique online training program for those who work directly or indirectly with people who face challenges with addiction. Delivered through eight 60 to 90 minute interactive online lessons, participants work through the lessons at their convenience.
The next cohort runs from June 15 to August 15, 2021. Course registration is $150 per person.
Psychological Health and Safety Advisor Training - June 20 to June 24
CMHA’s certified Psychological Health and Safety Advisor Training program supports individuals who are working to improve psychological health and safety in workplaces or implement Canada’s National Standard of Canada for Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace (the Standard).
New data on emotional impact of the pandemic for Mental Health Week
The pandemic is taking an emotional toll on people in British Columbia, as 71% of adults report feeling so-called negative emotions as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
This is according to the third round of data from the Assessing the Impacts of COVID-19 on Mental Health national monitoring survey released today by the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) in partnership with UBC researchers
Call for CMHA BC Board Members
We are currently seeking candidates for three positions on our Board of Directors. The position is a three-year term from September 2021 to September 2024.
We are looking for individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds and experiences who are interested in helping us fulfill our vision of improving the mental health and well-being of all British Columbians.
Fill our our supporter survey
What connects you to the cause of mental health?
We sat down with some of our loyal supporters recently and their answers will help us plan how we communicate with supporters. We’d like to hear from you too!
Please help our engagement team by filling out our very short survey.
Accountant (part-time) - Community Action Initiative
The CAI is looking for an accountant to ensure effective and efficient accounting functions by maintaining and assisting in the financial day-to-day processing in areas such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking, special projects, and preparation of financial reporting.
The deadline for applications is June 4.
You can support the mental health of British Columbians.
Together we can make a difference.
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