MENTAL HEALTH PROGRAM
Mentoring Program Bianca Welsh is also leading the THA’s pilot Mental Health Mentoring Program. The program will engage venue operators in learning how to create mentally healthy workplaces and manage mental health issues in their business. Bianca is the perfect industry ambassador to lead the pilot program, having a broad range of personal and professional experience in dealing with mental health issues. Bianca holds a Bachelor degree in Behavioural Science and is an active mental health advocate in her community and in the hospitality industry. “I’m so passionate about our hospitality industry and creating workplaces with a culture of wellness and where people want to work. The program is free for venues with the support of the Tasmanian Government as part of a strong focus on the mental health of the industry as we continue the recovery from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The initial iteration of the program will be a pilot three month trial, with the hope to extend the program for a further two years, with more mentors based around the state. Expressions of interests in the mentoring service are being facilitated through the THA Great Customer Experience (GCE) contractors as part of their visits to venues around the state. THA CEO Steve Old says “our GCE contractors are on the ground, talking to venue owners about all aspects of their business and mental health is an important part of that. The contractors can talk them through a range of programs and courses, including the mentoring service, to establish the best avenue to ensure their workplace is mentally healthy”.
The latest videos to be released feature Kelli Revel, manager of the Bridge Hotel-Motel in Smithton and experienced chef Kate Hambleton. Kelli bravely discusses her experience living with depression in the hope that her story can help others to identify symptoms and seek help. Kate shares her experience with fatigue and burnout and the impact on her work and personal life.
Chef Kate Hambleton
The THA ‘Lived Experience’ videos can be viewed at https://tha.asn.au/lived-experience-videos **Please note that some viewers may find the content confronting. If the videos bring up any issues for you, we urge you to access the mental health resources on the THA website, or in a crisis, call the Lifeline 24 hour crisis support line on 13 11 14.
To arrange a GCE contractor venue visit and discuss the mental health program contact Penny Holmes penny@tha.asn.au | 0417 409 797
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