Spotlight on Mental Health in Construction – What the 2021 Industry Survey Revealed
Join us to review the recently released national survey on Mental Health in Construction undertaken by the Center for Workplace Mental Health and three co-sponsoring organizations. This session is free for everyone, register to receive instructions to join the workshop on Zoom. AGC of California is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP®. This program is valid for 1 (one) PDC for the SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP®.
Join us to review the recently released national survey on Mental Health in Construction undertaken by the Center for Workplace Mental Health and three co-sponsoring organizations. This session is free for everyone, register to receive instructions to join the workshop on Zoom.
The mental health and wellbeing of workers and families have been substantially affected by stress, anxiety, depression, and substance misuse during the pandemic. Mental health is top of mind for a majority of leaders in all industries. This is true of the construction industry. Review the major findings and recommendations from the 2021 Mental Health in Construction Survey.
- Learn how to counter the stigma surrounding mental health in your company.
- Learn strategies to help administrative and craft workers seek support for mental health concerns.
- Understand how to communicate and address mental health in the workplace and on job sites.
Learning Objectives
- Engage leadership
- Raise awareness
- Build a mentally healthy culture
- Enhance access to support and services
AGC of California is recognized by SHRM to offer Professional Development Credits (PDCs) for SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP®. This program is valid for 1 (one) PDC for the SHRM-CP® or SHRM-SCP®. For more information about certification or recertification, please visit www.shrmcertification.org.
About the Instructors
Darcy Gruttadaro is the Director of the Center for Workplace Mental Health where she leads strategy in providing employers with tools to effectively support the mental health and well-being of employees and their families. Before joining the Center, Darcy served in multiple senior-level positions with the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI). She has expertise in policy, designing high-impact programs, and making mental health information accessible. Contact: dgruttadaro@psych.org.
Cal Beyer, CWP is Vice President of Workforce Risk and Worker Wellbeing for CSDZ, a Holmes Murphy company. CSDZ specializes in construction insurance, surety, risk management and employee benefits. Cal is a national advocate for workplace mental health, substance misuse, and suicide prevention. He serves on the Executive Committee of the National Action Alliance for Suicide Prevention. Cal was instrumental in the formation of the Construction Industry Alliance for Suicide Prevention. Contact: cbeyer@CSDZ.com or via cell phone at 651/307-7883.
