Managing Work-related Psychological Injuries

How confident do you feel in supporting patients with psychological injuries sustained in the workplace?

Health professionals are invited to join us for an insightful professional development event focused on managing work-related psychological injuries.

Gain a deeper understanding of assessing psychological capacity, developing treatment plans, and providing effective support to individuals navigating their recovery.

Enhance your clinical expertise and play a pivotal role in fostering mental health and resilience in the workforce.

This professional development is complimentary and proudly supported by ReturnToWorkSA.

Presenters

• Dr Michael Schirripa, Psychiatrist
• Dr Zen Yap, Occupational Physician
• Simon Tyler, Psychologist

Learning Outcomes

• Define the role and responsibilities of a GP treating patients with work-related psychological injuries.
• Recognise and understand the impact of work-related psychological injuries on patients’ wellbeing.
• Develop and apply strategies for effective conversations, emphasising the health benefits of work and fostering patient engagement in their recovery journey.
• Define physician burnout, workplace bullying and adjustment disorder.
• Identify psychological injuries in patients, explore contributing factors, and assess available systems and supports to facilitate recovery.
• Understand the psychologist’s role and collaborate effectively with psychologists and other team members to support a successful return to work.

Agenda

6 pm: Dinner and networking

6.30 pm - 9 pm: Presentations

RACGP CPD Provider

This activity is pending approval for 2.5 activity hours.

Hybrid event

Participants can attend this event either in person at the venue or online. Please indicate via the checkout questions.

Contact us

For enquiries, please email education@sonder.net.au or call (08) 8209 0700