Staff Wellbeing
What's On
**Many of these events are not being held in person during the covid period, but have been listed to show what is available in normal times. Check out the COVID tab for all events on at the moment. This is accessible from the Wellbeing Home page.
The following events are available to all staff.
- District-wide
- District Nursing and Midwifery
- Prince of Wales Hospital
- Royal Hospital for Women
- St George Hospital
- Sutherland Hospital
- Sydney, Sydney Eye Hospital
- Garrawarra
District Wide
| Event | Details | Location | Date & Time | Contact |
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| The Empowering Webinar Series | Aware Super are offering all staff 2 weeks of FREE educational webinars. | Starting on Monday 17 October and ending on Friday 28 October, there are 29 webinars for you to join. |
Calendar-All Events | |
| Mental Health & Manager Seminars |
These free seminars are offered by our insurer on the following topics:
Click for more details and to register |
Both webinar / in-person | Various | See Flyer |
| Critical incident and Emotional Fatigue Debriefing | Team on-site support, debriefing and self-care education after one off critical incidents or ongoing exposure to emotionally demanding situations | Online | As needed | Anita Alexander, Psychological Wellbeing & EAP Advisor, Health Safety & Wellbeing |
| Joy at Work/ Team engagement | Workshops delivered as requested by teams to promote a positive workplace based on building psychological well-being of staff | As needed | Ongoing | Shona Cassell, Organisational Development & Learning Manager |
| Meditation Based Wellness and Compassion sessions, alternating with 'Kind Minds' |
Weekly mindfulness sessions available online for all staff brought to you virtually via PEXIP. More details will be uploaded asap | Connect via Zoom app. (please mute yourself on entry) Enter meeting no. 9183672104 | Daily Monday to Friday 2.30-2.45pm | Mary Mulcahy - Nurse Educator, Person Centred Care, POWH. |
| Meditation Based Wellness & Compassion (MWAC) facilitator development |
Building internal capacity at SESLHD sites to facilitate mindfulness practices for all staff | TBA | TBA | Shona Cassell, Organisational Development & Learning Manager |
| Coaching services for staff through the Employee Assistance Program | Career Assist is a vocational counselling and career planning service, designed to help individuals clarify and achieve their career aspirations Money Assist provides financial counselling and assistance to staff with financial wellbeing concerns Conflict Assist is a service for managers and employees who are dealing with conflict in the workplace Nutrition and Lifestyle Assist promotes physical, financial and emotional wellbeing in the workplace |
Phone or Skype service | Ongoing | Anita Alexander, Psychological Wellbeing & EAP Advisor, Health Safety & Wellbeing |
| Manager Coaching | Up to six session coaching in managing difficult or conflictual staff. Uses the model - Managing High Conflict Personalities | Phone, Skype, Zoom or in person in Sydney city | Ongoing | Anita Alexander, Psychological Wellbeing & EAP Advisor, Health Safety & Wellbeing |
| Executive coaching | Individualised solution-focused coaching for senior and executive staff to support staff psychological wellbeing | As needed | Shona Cassell, Organisational Development & Learning Manager | |
| Fitness Passport | Fitness Passport provides cost-effective gym membership for employees of SESLHD | - | Ongoing | Peter Kuszelyk, WHS Strategy Officer Health Safety and Wellbeing |
| Steptember | The Steptember initiative fundraises for the Cerebral Palsy Association while encouraging participants to increase their physical activity | - | Annually in September | Anita Alexander, Alison Brown Health Safety & Wellbeing |
| Workplace Giving Program | The SESLHD Workplace Giving Program raises funds for the Barbara May Foundation, an Australian organisation providing maternal health care in Ethiopia, and provides opportunities for SESLHD nursing and medical staff to undertake volunteer placements | - | Ongoing | SESLHD Workplace Giving Program |
| People Matter Employee engagement survey feedback | Enabling leadership teams to interpret PMES feedback and identify drivers of employee engagement in their teams | - | Annually in June | Shona Cassell, Organisational Development & Learning Manager |
| Understanding Mental Distress | An introductory workshop designed to strengthen the skills and knowledge of employees and volunteers to better understand and support people who have experienced mental distress in their recovery. | Sutherland Hospital Auditorium |
15th July 21st Sept |
Sue Roper |
| The Recovery College | Recovery describes a personal journey that people with mental health concerns undertake to rebuild and live a purposeful and meaningful life. The College provides education that promotes emotional wellbeing, healing and goal attainment. Staff, students, people with mental health concerns, families and carers may attend. | Various locations across SESLHD | TBA | For a course timetable: Recovery College website P: 9113 2981 E: SESLHD Recovery College |
District Nursing & Midwifery |
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Joyful June
Calendar |
The NEHRU Wellbeing Resource for June is the "Joyful June (even in difficult times) calendar | Online resource | June | Mary Mulcahy |
| Nursewell App | Free Health & Wellbeing App includes tools for better sleep, back health, managing your thoughts and mindful eating | _ | _ |
NEHRU
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| MWAC Facilitation | Mindfulness, Wellness and Compassion Meditations facilitated for staff | Weekly sessions at TSH Can facilitate at any sites on request |
Dates sent out monthly. Additional sessions on request | |
| SESLHD Leadership Alumni Master Class Series(DEV13143) | Master class series for ELP, CLP and LIFT Program alumni | Georges River Sailing Club | Bi-annual | |
| SESLHD Effective Leadership Program (ELP) | Nine full-day workshops over 12 months with academic credits awarded from the University of Wollongong | Various sites in SESLHD | Nine full-day workshops over the course of one calendar year | |
| SESLHD Clinical Leadership Program (CLP) | Nine full-day workshops over 12 months with academic credits awarded from the University of Wollongong | Various sites in SESLHD | Nine full-day workshops over 12 months with academic credits awarded from the University of Wollongong | |
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Clinical Supervision – Foundation Level (CSK13955) |
Enhancing the confidence and experience of nurses and midwives to provide clinical supervision | Various sites in SESLHD | 2 day course Multiple courses held throughout the calendar year |
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| Masterclass for Reflective Supervision Supervisors | Masterclass for current supervisors | Georges River Sailing Club | 2 hour session Various dates throughout the year |
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| Facilitation Development Workshop (COM914) | Introduction to the effective facilitation of teams using processes or frameworks such as Essentials of Care (EOC), Person-Centred Care Program (PeeP) or Productive Ward | Various Sites in SESLHD | 2 day course Multiple courses held throughout the calendar year( COM908) |
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| SESLHD Nursing and Midwifery Forum(CSK131069) | One day professional forum for nurses and midwives | Little Bay | Annual Nursing and Midwifery Forum | |
| Nursing and Midwifery Leadership Team - Heart of Caring Workshops | Education and coaching for Nursing and Midwifery Leadership Teams | Various sites within SESLHD | Various dates | |
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Enhancing Person Centred Nursing Practice (EN Professional Development Workshops) |
This workshop will allow the enrolled nurse to increase their knowledge, attitude and skills around clinical practice, as well as provide a supportive environment for clinical reflection and peer support. This course will provide a facilitated and experiential learning opportunity for enrolled nurses across the SESLHD using blended methods of didactic presentations, simulation and small group work. |
Various Sites in SESLHD | 1 day workshop 2 workshops held each year (CSK131061) |
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| Coaching & Supervision Initiatives | In-person coaching for leaders who want to build and develop their leadership skills. Can be offered one or one or as group supervision for staff who would like to develop themselves as leaders and clinicians | At the place of work of the individual or group | As required | Keith Jones, Nurse Manager for Leadership Suzanne Murray, Nurse Manger Workplace Capabilities Alexa Buliak,Nurse Manager for Quality Louise Connolly , Midwifery Manager for Quality and Cultural Initiatives |
Prince of Wales Hospital
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Thursday 8th of September is national RU OK? Day Additionally, a livestream broadcast for all SESLHD staff will take place on R U OK? Day – Thursday 8 September, 2022, from 10am-10.30am. Staff across all specialities and departments, including clinical and non-clinical staff, are encouraged to watch the livestream. To join the livestream click here. |
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| LifeGrain Café are encouraging staff to ask colleagues RU OK? | LifeGrain Café are encouraging staff to ask colleagues RU OK? Through a 2-1 coffee promotion on the day: Buy 1 Coffee, get the second free to bring to a colleague or friend and ask R U Ok? Ts & Cs: Applies to in-store purchases only. Not applicable for Pre Order App purchases. |
All LifeGrain Cafés (Randwick, Sutherland, Liverpool and Hornsby) | Thursday, 8 September 2022 | |
| Wellbeing Team Program |
5 Facilitated Sessions Designed to Boost Your Team's Wellbeing - covers:
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As needed | As needed | Facilitated by Mary Mulcahy - Nurse Educator, Person Centred Care, POWH. |
| Mindfulness Monday | Each week there is a facilitated mindfulness session open to all staff, that promotes kindness, compassion and provides strategies for self-care and wellbeing. Meditation Based Wellness and Compassion (MWAC) alternates with Kind Minds. |
Michael Donnellan Meeting Room, Level 3, Old Radiation Department, High St Building (near the POW Foundation offices). Turn left at High St entrance, take the stairs or lift at the end of the corridor |
TBA | David Begley Nurse Manager-Pain Management |
Royal Hospital for Women
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St George Hospital
| Event | Details | Location | Date & Time | Contact |
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| “What’s on” in October 2022: | ||||
“What’s on” in September 2022:
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| Pilates with Viv | A 45-Minutes FREE Pilates Sessions offered by our very own experienced and qualified Pilates teacher. | Classes times and locations as per calendar, and registration is required | (refer to September Wellbeing Calendar) | (refer to September Wellbeing Calendar) |
| Kelee Meditation | A unique and distinct 5-minute, evidence-based practice that addresses mental distraction and internalised fears. | Sessions are offered in person and via Zoom | (refer to September Wellbeing Calendar) | Lawrence Keating |
| Gardening Community | Meet like-minded green thumbs to create a garden | Wellness Garden outside James Law House | Every Tuesday & Thursday at 1.30 | Lauren Sturgess |
| Kelee Meditation & Mindfulness | Level 4 ICU Auditorium, ASB | (refer to September Wellbeing Calendar) | Lawrence Keating | |
| Staff Library | Provided by SGH Nurse Managers to support staff health & wellbeing | Ground floor of James Laws house | Ongoing | |
| Picnic Blankets | Provided by SGH Nurse Managers to support staff health & wellbeing | Outside Zouki Cafe | Ongoing | Andrew Bridgeman |
| St George Hospital-Staff Wellbeing Month - July 2022 | ||||
| THE NAIDOC EVENTSAT ST GEORGE HOSPITAL |
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| SGH PET AND PAW Event Flyer - 22 July | ||||
Sutherland Hospital
| Event | Details | Location | Date & Time | Contact |
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| Sutherland Activities for R U OK Day, Thursday 8th of September | ||||
| MWAC Facilitation | Mindfulness, Wellness and Compassion Meditations facilitated for staff | Weekly sessions at TSH Can facilitate at any sites on request |
Online TBA | Rebecca Moore |
| Wellbeing Garden Group | Volunteers needed to assist in updating Our Hospital's gardens. | TBA | Kerry.Passfield@health.nsw.gov.au | |
| Showcase your dog. | Showcase your DOG!! If you want to Showcase your furry friend, email your best photo to Kerry.Passfield@health.nsw.gov.au | Kerry.Passfield@health.nsw.gov.au | ||
| Wellbeing Walk Group | Come get some fresh air, clear the mind and connect with work colleagues in a relaxed environment. Allow 20-30mins, weather permitting. Look forward to seeing you! | On the grassed area in front of the main entrance of the Hospital. | Every Friday, 2pm sharp. | Kerry.Passfield@health.nsw.gov.au |
| Fun Scrub/Shirt Fridays | Staff are invited to wear a fun scrub or shirt (if suitable to role) every Friday: Flyer. | Every Friday | ||
| Baked Goods Donations | Baked goods needed for RUOK Day stall. | Drop off at Atrium | 08/09/2022 | |
Sydney, Sydney Eye Hospital
| Event | Details | Location | Date & Time | Contact |
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On RUOK? Day, Thursday 8th of September, the RUOK? Day team will hold a number of different activities for you to get involved with:
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| Meditation Based Wellness and Compassion Session (MWAC) | Open to all Staff. 45 minutes mindfulness meditation practice supporting staff wellness & compassionate care. | Staff Dining Room, L 2 Admin Building, SSEH |
TBA | Kay Maddison, CNC Hand & Wound Lyuda Nikolenkoo, Medical Records Manager |
| Football Team (Soccer) | The team is casual, fun and inclusive to everyone working at SSEH, regardless of ability or experience. Just come along in safe and appropriat footwear and the rest is provided. | Practice/play in the Domain | Weekly-fortnightly at 4.30pm for 60-90 min Currently TBA |
Meriam Isaaks or Georgia Buckley |
Garrawarra
| Event | Details | Location | Date & Time | Contact |
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| Walking Group | Walking Group for staff and any residents who show interest. Usually walk takes about an hour | Meet at the Cottage | 2pm | Marc Grilli |
| Laughter Yoga, Meditation & Tai Chi | These three activities will most likely be alternating on a monthly basis as soon as restrictions are eased. | Currently on hold - TBA | Marc Grilli | |
| Staff Free Little Library | Donated books that staff can borrow and return once read and also encourages staff to donate any books to the collection | Outside the Allied Health Team office | Ongoing | Marc Grilli |
| Staff Bereavement Support | This is a collaborative team approach. We have a Memory Book already started that allows Staff to write memories, messages, poems or place pictures/photos of a resident after they pass away. We are also aiming to expand to explore ways we can nurture our junior staff and family members during times of grief after losing a resident / loved one. | Ongoing | Marc Grilli |
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Location Details
Staff Wellbeing
Phone
9382 6111
Street address
Sydney Eye Hospital, NSW
Location Media
-33.8688197, 151.2092955
Microsite
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Location Details
Sydney & Sydney Eye Hospital
Phone
93827111
Street address
8 Macquarie St
Sydney, NSW 2000
Sydney, NSW 2000
Location Media
-33.868651068103, 151.20797388342
Microsite