Mental Health Mentor Certification

Service Description

Train the Trainer: Mental Health Mentorship in Construction Program Objective: 📘 Training Modules Overview: Module 1: Why Mental Health Matters in Construction • Key Stats & Facts: o Suicide is 4x higher in construction than the national average. o Construction ranks among the top industries for substance use and mental health struggles. o The “tough guy” culture often suppresses emotional expression. • The Cost of Ignoring Mental Health: o Increased absenteeism, turnover, accidents, and reduced productivity. • The Shift Toward Wellness: o Why your company’s investment in mental health is a game changer for safety and culture. Module 2: Recognizing Red Flags in Team Behavior • Behavioral shifts to watch for: o Isolation or withdrawal o Sudden changes in mood or performance o Increased irritability or anger o Substance use on or off the clock • Checklist: Subtle signs that may indicate someone is struggling Module 3: How to Address a Mental Health Crisis (Small or Large) • What constitutes a small vs. large crisis • Using a calm, non-judgmental approach • The “3 C’s” Method: Connect – Communicate – Care • When and how to escalate to HR or emergency support Module 4: Creating a Mental Health Safety Plan • What is a personal safety plan? • Collaborating with the individual • Key elements: o Warning signs o Coping tools o Support contacts o Environment safety tips • Template for creating one on-site Module 5: Understanding the Construction Industry Mindset • The "suck it up" mentality • Why mental health stigma is so persistent • How to shift the narrative: toughness ≠ silence Module 6: Asking the Right Questions • How to check in without sounding intrusive • Open-ended questions that invite honesty • “Curious not corrective” communication • Example scripts for tough conversations Module 7: Addressing Suicide – Safe Talk Basics • The importance of talking about suicide, not around it • What to say and what NOT to say • “Are you thinking about hurting yourself?” — how to ask directly • Next steps if someone says yes Module 8: Teaching Two Universal Coping Tools • Balcony Technique: “Step back and see the bigger picture” o Mental pause to reduce reactivity • STOP – THINK – ACT: o Simple framework for emotional regulation Module 10: Managing Your Own Emotions