Mental Health Leave Policy
This Policy document can be used to allow employees to take mental health leave.
Last updated October 24, 2025
Suitable for Australia
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Frequently asked questions
What Does The Mental Health Policy include?
- Mental health policy purpose.
- Notice requirements and eligibility of employees.
- The specific hours employees are entitled to claim.
- Contact details.
Creating a Supportive Workplace Culture
Ensuring your business has a mental health leave policy ensures the workplace is supportive and contributing towards its corporate social responsibility. Employees who can view their business’s mental health policy are likely to feel more supported by their workplace, coworkers and managers. Having a mental health policy as a business owner demonstrates to your employees, shareholders and consumers that your business recognises the importance of mental health in the workplace and is willing to directly attack the stigma surrounding mental struggles not being a ‘real reason’ to claim personal leave.
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