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This toolkit includes sample policies, fact sheets, presentations, safety talks, posters, white papers, reports, videos, and more, so you can implement a workplace program on opioids.
National Safety Council Mental Health Cost Calculator: a simple-to-use calculator showing the costs associated with not providing employer-led support for mental health in the workplace, and the corresponding benefits.
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National Safety Council Substance Abuse Disorder Cost Calculator: a simple-to-use calculator showing the costs associated with not providing employer-led support for substance abuse disorders in the workplace, and the corresponding benefits.
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An article by BBSI helping employers attract and retain valuable employees.
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Recurring webinars that combine the recent guidance and best practices for manufacturers statewide operating in the times of COVID-19 and beyond, free to attend and brought in partnership with Prosper Portland.
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Up to date resources regarding the current COVID 19 event and related business assistance programs and services available to Oregon businesses; also includes links and information regarding other general business support resources, agency sites, and other business development and support partners.
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Information about the network of 19 Small business Development centers across Oregon. Access statewide training classes, specialized services, and other informational resources that can be of added value to businesses.
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OregonSaves is available to Oregon workers whose employers do not offer a workplace retirement plan, self-employed individuals, and others who want an easy way to save. Savers contribute to a convenient and portable Individual Retirement Account (IRA) that moves right along with them as they change jobs. Employers that don’t offer their own plan will register for OregonSaves by their deadline and ensure access to this beneficial program for their employees.
Free webinars (December 7 - 14): https://www.oregonsaves.com/help-resources/events. Email retirementsavings@ost.state.or.us or visit the OregonSaves website: https://www.oregonsaves.com/
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OSHA provides resources for both Senior Managers and First Line Supervisors helping to promote mental health for employees. The benefits include improved morale, increased productivity, fewer workplace injuries, reduced sick days with better physical health of workers.
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Workplace stress and poor mental health can negatively affect workers through1:
Job performance
Productivity
Work engagement and communication
Physical capability and daily functioning
The OSHA Workplace Stress Website provides assistance for employers to initiate and plan stress assistance programs for their workers.
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Safe + Sound Week is a nationwide event held each August that recognizes the successes of workplace health and safety programs and offers information and ideas on how to keep America's workers safe. This year Safe + Sound Week will provide resources for businesses on mental health and well-being. These materials will be posted before the start of Safe + Sound Week.
Why Participate? Successful safety and health programs can proactively identify and manage workplace hazards before they cause injury or illness, improving sustainability and the bottom line. Participating in Safe + Sound Week can help get your program started, energize an existing one, or provide a chance to recognize your safety successes.
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A local group of construction industry professionals (including principals of several of the leading construction management and engineering firms in the Rogue Valley) have come together to support regional recovery from the Almeda Fire. Among other efforts, several of the participants would like to provide some pro bono support to businesses impacted by the fires as they make plans to rebuild. Particularly if you are having trouble figuring out where to begin, please let us know if you’d like to connect with this group of professionals. Please send an email to Marta Tarantsey at Business Oregon (Marta.Tarantsey@oregon.gov or click the link below) with just a little bit about your business and what kind of help you are seeking.
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JOSEPHINE COUNTY, OR – Small business owners in Southern Oregon have an opportunity to receive training and mentorship offered through the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) of Rogue Community College (RCC).
The first 20 applicants accepted into the Small Business Management Program (SBM), with classes starting in the fall, will receive a scholarship that covers half of the tuition, a $300 value. The scholarship is made available through the RCC Board of Education.
For information on the SBM Program, please call 541-956-7494 or email Advisor Tim Busald at TBusald@roguecc.edu. For general information, please call the RCC SBDC at 541-956-7494 or, for more information, visit: https://sbdc.roguecc.edu/small-business-management.
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Whether you’re looking to drive traffic to your website or through your door, learn where your potential customers are with free Google tools — and reach them with advertising that fits your business and budget.
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Recovery - Ready Workplace Resource Hub - resources for both employees and employers for those with either a criminal record or substance use. Provided by the U.S. Department of Labor.
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