The Coordinating Center Recognized with 2025 Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health at Gold Level by Mental Health America
MILLERSVILLE, Md., March 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Coordinating Center has been recognized as a 2025 Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health recipient at the Gold level by Mental Health America (MHA), the nation's leading nonprofit dedicated to promoting mental health, well-being, and illness prevention. This distinction highlights The Coordinating Center's commitment to a workplace culture that prioritizes employee mental health.
The MHA's Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health is the nation's leading certification that assesses and recognizes employers committed to creating mentally healthy workplaces. Only two in five employers meet the standards for certification. Since 2019, hundreds of Bell Seal recipients have improved or implemented new policies and practices to support the mental health of 4.3 million employees.
"We are honored to be recognized at the gold level," said Teresa Titus-Howard, PhD, MSW, MHA, CCM, President and CEO of The Coordinating Center. "It's a testament to our commitment to fostering a supportive workplace where coworkers feel valued, heard, and empowered to prioritize their mental health."
The Coordinating Center's well-being support includes:
- Employee & Family Coaching: Unlimited free coaching sessions for employees and their families addressing mental health, substance abuse, and family support in partnership with YouTurn Health.
- Leadership Training & Support: Regular leadership development workshops and one-on-one meetings with staff to ensure open communication.
- Zero-Tolerance Policy for Discrimination & Bullying: Anonymous reporting platform to address discrimination and bullying.
- Comprehensive Mental Health Benefits: Extensive health insurance coverage for mental health and substance use services, including dual diagnosis treatment, psychotherapy, psychiatry, and telehealth services.
- Work-Life Balance: Flexible work arrangements and encouragement of using PTO for mental health and well-being, prioritizing self-care.
- Inclusive Workplace Practices: Efforts to address structural and cultural issues affecting mental health.
"A healthy workplace is fundamental to a thriving organization," added Erica Bostwick, VP, Human Resources at The Coordinating Center. "By continuously evaluating and improving our policies, we strive to create a workplace that supports coworkers in their mental health journey."
Mental Health America advances the mental health and well-being of all people living in the U.S. through public education, research, advocacy and public policy, and direct services. Learn more at mhanational.org.
The Coordinating Center has been at the forefront of the care management industry, providing person-centered support for people with disabilities and complex medical needs since 1983. Learn more at coordinatingcenter.org.
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