St Joseph's School
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At St Joseph's School we work together to create a healthy environment that minimises workplace stress.
We maintain a mentally healthy workplace by:
Managing stress
Stress can have a negative impact on a person's health and wellbeing, and individuals can respond to stress in a variety of ways.
We encourage staff to:
Staff have a duty to report workplace risks, including stress. The principal or board may request staff experiencing workplace stress see a doctor for confirmation and diagnosis, but staff may decline. The board or principal can request a medical certificate from staff who have been on sick leave for three or more days. Staff members reporting workplace stress are supported to develop a stress management plan.
If the board is asked to approve stress-related leave, they act in good faith on the basis of information and advice available at the time their decision is made. When making a decision, they also consider the best interests of all students, parents/caregivers, and staff.
