Wellness Committee

The wellbeing of our staff is central to the maintenance of a vibrant workplace. Condamine Alliance values our staff wellness highly and as such has taken an active approach to assisting our staff become more aware and to make informed choices towards a more successful existence.

Wellness Mission

To enable Condamine Alliance staff to improve their awareness of and make choices towards wellness so they are capable in themselves and their work.
To ensure wellness in our organisation Condamine Alliance values:

A safe, comfortable and enjoyable physical environment
An environment which favours the opportunity to speak one’s thought
Work not impinging on family commitments and vice versa
Staff achieving high professional and personal goals
Staff having social responsibility outside of the organisation
Staff physically and mentally fit to carry out their duties
Staff rights to their beliefs
Celebration of important events in people’s lives
Staff taking an active responsibility for organisational wellness

Wellness Committee

It is acknowledged that Condamine Alliance has an existing robust wellness approach and semi-structured program. The formation of a Wellness Committee actively supports the continuation and maintenance of existing wellness initiatives; and offers the opportunity to strengthen and expand these initiatives.

Wellness Strategy	Current Initiatives in Place
Provide a safe, comfortable and enjoyable physical environment	OH&S policy & procedures Active OH&S committee including responsiveness to identified risks Personal location beaker First aid kits in office and cars and supported with a maintenance program First aid, Emergency response, defensive driving and fire training for all staff 4WD training for field staff Well resourced offices and professional standard and ergonomic equipment Internal environmental control (Air Con) in the office Cars serviced on time Professional regular car cleaning service BP cards with cleaning and food facility Clean cold fresh water provided and easily accessible High quality beverage options available Dishwasher and fridge for staff use CA snack shop provides eating options Shower available Active Sustainable Office Committee Informal areas with high functionality
Create an environment which favours the opportunity to speak one’s thought	Existing Code of conduct/ethics policy and procedures Dedicated time in staff meetings to speak Performance Reviews provide opportunities to speak openly Open door culture with management at all levels Meeting protocols established and endorsed Specialised/additional meetings held to inform and support staff with current relevant issues
Ensure work does not impinge on family commitments and vica versa	Flexible working arrangements in place Personal leave to cater for family needs Provision for younger family members to have short stays at the office when needed Invitation to spouses/partners for key events Remote access log on to allow work from home Paid leave for Jury service
Support staff to seek higher professional and personal goals	Wellness coach in long term arrangement Internal groups and committees lead by staff with the interest Professional development policy and budget allocated Core training for all staff offered Support for higher education Whole staff projects supported: keystone goals, community development Continuous Improvement Committee operating Company values professionals to assist staff and appreciates the cost associated with this
Respect staff social responsibility outside of the organisation	Flexible working arrangements Fundraising through CA ‘shop’ Opportunities provided to ‘give a day back’ through Volunteering Active Sustainable Office Committee Supports staff in raising funds within the work environment for external charities
Assist staff to be physically and mentally fit to carry out their duties	Policies and Procedures in place Influenza vaccine provided Individual dietary requirements catered Professional services provide to staff if required Wellness coach in long term arrangement PPE/ sunscreen provided
Respects staff rights to undertake their beliefs	Policies and Procedures in place: Anti Discrimination Staff selection of charities from CA shop proceeds Cater to individual dietary choices Active SOC Support for staff “one day” charities
Celebrate important events in people’s lives	Recognition of birthdays Welcome of new staff Celebration of annual cultural events Avenues to express collective successes to the board (monthly report/AGM) Staff lunches after staff meeting CIA - Condamine Internal Antics Newsletter Recognition in the staff meetings External achievements acknowledged Farewell of staff exiting our workplace
Encourage staff to take an active responsibility for organisational wellness	Wellness Committee in operation Support from Management Resources allocated Other committees supporting wellness outcomes