Behavioral Health Town Hall: Best Practices to Support the County Workforce
Virtual Event | Zoom
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Behavioral health issues in the workforce come with a significant impact. Join this webinar to get a better understanding of the current gaps in treatment, the benefits of investing in employee health in a meaningful way, conventional solutions that every county can use, and an innovative program that reaches people before they are in crisis. Get answers to your questions about effectively supporting employee mental health, the best way to drive engagement in these programs, and more.
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