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Mental health and employment
- Author:
- SAINSBURY CENTRE FOR MENTAL HEALTH
- Publisher:
- Sainsbury Centre for Mental Health
- Publication year:
- 2007
- Pagination:
- 7p., bibliog.
- Place of publication:
- London
It is estimated that three in ten employees will experience some kind of mental health problem in any one year. Many people find it difficult to remain in employment and face isolation and discrimination in their workplaces. This briefing paper looks at the barriers to employment for people with common and severe mental health problems and at the positive initiatives that are being undertaken by the public, voluntary and commercial sectors to help them find and sustain work. It highlights the importance of employment as part of the recovery from and prevention of mental health problems.
Interagency collaboration in vocational rehabilitation for persons with mental health problems: the perspective of the service users and the professionals
- Authors:
- GERMUNDSSON Per, HILLBORG Helene, DANERMARK Berth
- Journal article citation:
- Disability and Society, 26(6), 2011, pp.699-713.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
There is, within the European Union, a pronounced aspiration and policy that persons with disabilities should be fully involved in the community, which includes opportunities to gainful employment. Despite this, a very large amount of disabled people remain unemployed, especially persons with mental health problems. This study aimed to investigate how people with mental health problems and caseworkers in different agencies experience the vocational rehabilitation process from an interagency collaboration perspective. The study participants were 20 professionals (16 women and 4 men) working with vocational rehabilitation, and 8 service users (4 women and 4 men) who had been on sick leave for from about 18 months to up to 5 years. Interviews with service users were carried out on 2 occasions approximately 6 months apart, and focused on the individual’s initial and ongoing rehabilitation process. Four focus groups were conducted with the professionals. Analysis of the data revealed a number of hindering factors portrayed and discussed in 6 themes: the time available for rehabilitation; management; new ways of working; absence of an actor; continuity; and consensus. The article concludes by discussing the implications for interagency collaboration in the field of vocational rehabilitation.
"No health without mental health": a cross-government mental health outcomes strategy for people of all ages: impact assessment (IA)
- Author:
- GREAT BRITAIN. Department of Health
- Publisher:
- Great Britain. Department of Health
- Publication year:
- 2011
- Pagination:
- 43p.
- Place of publication:
- London
In England mental health problems are common. They affect 1 in 6 adults and 1 in 10 children. However, access to services is unequal and rates of illness are unevenly distributed, with higher rates in excluded or marginal groups. To deal with these problems effectively and efficiently requires a co-ordinated central cross-government focus, supporting local action, to achieve clearer parity of esteem between mental and physical health services. This paper describes interventions based on work by the London School of Economics and sets out their expected cost savings for the NHS, and the wider public sector. It sets out six shared objectives to improve the mental health and well-being of the nation, and to improve outcomes for people with mental health problems through high quality services. It supports the Government's aim of achieving parity of esteem between physical and mental health. The interconnections between mental health, housing, employment, and the criminal justice system are stressed.
Way2work: mental health and employment
- Author:
- HURFORD Heather
- Publisher:
- RDMH
- Publication year:
- 2007
- Pagination:
- 6p.
- Place of publication:
- Whitstable
This paper examines specific aspects of the debate that surrounds approaches to mental health care. It details examples of good practice within the context of current policy and research. The paper highlights an employment project called Way2Work which has been chosen for a number of reasons. Nationally, performance remains weak in this area despite the strong evidence base and the high need identified by service users for this kind of support. This particular example of good practice demonstrates what is possible using high levels of commitment, relatively small resources, and an assertive approach to partnership working. As a project based in a voluntary sector organisation it also highlights the financial insecurity that such services continue to face despite the value placed on them by their clients and the fact that successful uptake should produce whole system savings in terms of reduced dependency on statutory organisations. The paper concludes that commissioning organisations need a robust approach to performance monitoring that levels this playing field if voluntary sector services are truly to be encouraged to bring their capabilities much more into play in developing services that respond to need.
First steps to work: a study at Broadmoor Hospital
- Author:
- SAINSBURY CENTRE FOR MENTAL HEALTH
- Publisher:
- Sainsbury Centre for Mental Health
- Publication year:
- 2006
- Pagination:
- 5p.
- Place of publication:
- London
Experience of real work can help people in Broadmoor to get back their self-esteem and prepare for life in the community. First Steps to Work shows that patients at the special hospital gained in skills and confidence after participating in a business run for and by patients and supported by the First Step Trust. The study concludes that people with mental health problems in even the most secure hospitals and prisons should have the opportunity to do real work. It not only helps them to get ready for life in the community but assists in their recovery from mental ill health by boosting their self-esteem and increases their ability to take responsibility for themselves and others and to work as a member of a team.
Green paper: improving the mental health of the EU population
- Author:
- SOCIAL CARE INSTITUTE FOR EXCELLENCE
- Publisher:
- Social Care Institute for Excellence
- Publication year:
- 2006
- Pagination:
- 13p.
- Place of publication:
- London
In this consultation response document SCIE comments on the proposals set out in the EU Green Paper regarding formulation of a mental health strategy for the European Union. Particularly given the increasing mobility of EU citizens between member states, the mental health and well-being of citizens should be a shared priority at EU-level, as well as at individual member level. The document considers the relevance of the mental health of the population for the EU’s strategic policy objectives, looking at prosperity, solidity and social justice, and quality of life. It goes on to consider whether the development of a comprehensive EU-strategy on mental health would add value to and rationalise the existing and envisaged policies, or whether it would just represent another, separate strand. Finally, it considers whether the proposed initiatives are appropriate to support the coordination between Member States, and to better liaise research and policy on mental health aspects.
One door mental health lived experience framework
- Authors:
- SCHWEIZER Richard, MARKS Ellen, RAMJAN Rob
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health and Social Inclusion, 22(1), 2018, pp.46-52.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose: Recently, the importance of a lived experience workforce in the delivery of mental health services has been demonstrated. The roll-out of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) in Australia has generated the need for a significant increase in the disability workforce, including psychosocial disability. The purpose of this paper is to describe the strategies outlined in the One Door Mental Health Lived Experience Framework (LEF), which is the culmination of over 30 years of experience in providing mental health services and the employment of a lived experience workforce. Design/methodology/approach: One Door developed and implemented the LEF, a thorough guide to the employment and support of a workforce of people with lived experience of mental illness, through consultation with consumers, carers, stakeholders, practice advisors, management, human resources and employee focus groups. Findings: Extensive support structures in the LEF are key to achieving the benefits of a lived experience workforce. The LEF has positioned One Door successfully for the achievement of key organisational goals in mental health support and advocacy. Research limitations/implications: Mental health policies and support are critical for productivity outcomes in any workplace regardless of the level of lived experience of the employees. This paper provides organisations, particularly those within the mental health sector, an example to build on in their own employment and support strategies. Originality/value: This paper is of particular value in the context of organisations in the mental health sector transitioning to the NDIS. (Publisher abstract)
Whole in one: achieving equality of status, access and resources for people with depression
- Authors:
- PAXMAN Jon, MANNING Julia
- Publisher:
- 2020 Health
- Publication year:
- 2015
- Pagination:
- 50
- Place of publication:
- London
This report focuses on depression in adults, with particular emphasis on access to NHS services and treatment, the funding of services, depression in the workplace, and the role of the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE). It draws on evidence from interviews and discussions with researchers and people living with depression or in supportive roles. The report questions the lack of diagnosis, treatment options and the apparent discrimination in availability of medicines, as well as the continued separation of mental health from physical health. The report sets out a series of recommendations aimed at: improving access to treatment and services; closing the funding gap; improving mental health in the workplace; and encouraging parity of esteem through NICE. (Edited publisher abstract)
The mentally healthy society: the report of the Taskforce on Mental Health in Society
- Authors:
- INDEPENDENT TASKFORCE ON MENTAL HEALTH IN SOCIETY, O'BRIEN Stephen, et al
- Publisher:
- Labour Party
- Publication year:
- 2015
- Pagination:
- 74
- Place of publication:
- London
This report sets out a framework for improving mental health and wellbeing in society, focusing on mental health across the whole society, including homes, schools, communities and workplaces, rather than simply within health and care services. The report is structured around three key themes: mental health is shaped by the environment in which people live, and as a result it is critical to ensure that the environment promotes and protects mental health; early intervention is needed to tackle problems before they escalate and need acute care; mental health impacts on many aspects of life, and so people living with mental health problems must be supported across society. The report presents a comprehensive set of recommendations, including: improving the social infrastructure; embedding mental health considerations in planning and design; a zero-tolerance approach to bullying; tackling isolation and loneliness; and improving access to mental health support and services, including in schools, family settings and the workplace. (Edited publisher abstract)
Mental health and work: United Kingdom
- Author:
- ORGANISATION FOR ECONOMIC CO-OPERATION AND DEVELOPMENT
- Publisher:
- Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development
- Publication year:
- 2014
- Pagination:
- 146
- Place of publication:
- Paris
Awareness of the importance of mental health at work in the UK is among the highest in the world. However, a number of challenges remain to help people with mental health problems stay in work and facilitate their early return to work. ‘Sick on the job? Myths and realities about mental health and work’ (OECD, 2012) identified the main policy challenges facing OECD countries. This report on the UK, arranged in four chapters, covers issues identified in that report, and report includes statistical data and examples of good practice in UK companies. Chapter 1 discusses the current labour market performance of people with a mental disability in the UK in terms of their employment, unemployment and income situation, also the role of social security and health care. It notes that the total estimated costs to the UK economy are large, at 4.5% of GDP, not to mention other direct and indirect costs. Chapter 2, on achieving higher labour market participation in the UK, considers the role of the welfare state and reforms of the disability benefits system (now known as the Employment and Support Allowance). Chapter 3 -Sick on the job: the role of employers in the UK – alludes to the title of the 2012 report. It describes the link between mental ill-health and working conditions; and discusses prevention and intervention strategies to deal with psychological risk and mental health problems at work, also managing sickness absence. Chapter 4 - The new role of the health sector in the UK: how can it support work and wellbeing? - looks at the role and effectiveness of the mental health care system , and the challenges facing GPs. Various innovative and promising new policies integrating employment with health outcomes are examined. The report concludes that the UK has thus put in place and is putting in place a number of very important reforms. It will be important to implement those reforms rigorously; to modify and strengthen the reforms that have not yet delivered, and to close the remaining gaps identified. (Edited publisher abstract)