Mental Health Services for Health & Community Care Workers
Throughout the pandemic, the Ministry of Health and Ontario Health has partnered with five hospitals to provide services for frontline health care workers dealing with the stressors of COVID-19. SJHH has expanded these supports to help health care workers maintain health and wellness while coping with a wide array of stressors, including the pandemic OR other crises. Individuals who meet the following criteria are eligible to self-refer for psychotherapy and psychiatric services:
- You are a health care worker in Ontario; and
- You require mental health and/or addictions support.
St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton is committed to caring for the mental health of health and community care workers during this difficult time. You’re not alone, we’re here for you.
How can we help?
The COVID-19 Mental Health Support Team offers confidential support for healthcare workers through quick access to a trained mental health clinician from SJHH. Our team includes nurses, social workers, psychologists, psychiatrists, and psychotherapists. They will connect with you and listen. You can share your fears, concerns, and struggles, receive support, engage in problem-solving, and receive help connecting to other resources or services if needed. Simply call St. Joe's Connect at 905-522-1155, extension 36499 during business hours or complete the referral form below. You will be contacted within 24 hours.
If you are on the St. Joe’s network and can access MyStJoes (hospital intranet):
- Visit the Employee Wellness page on MyStJoes
- St. Joe’s Staff and Physician Mental Health Support Portal: Click here to access the confidential referral form from the SJHH network.
If you are NOT currently ON the St. Joe’s network:
- Click here for a list of resources available to staff and physicians
The COVID-19 Mental Health Support Team provides confidential support for Healthcare Workers.
Please fill out the form below to request support. A member of our clinical team will be in touch within 24 hours.
Access services in french through the Royal here.
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