The conversation on mental health and well-being at work has shifted. They are no longer nice-to-haves; they have become more essential due to the rising number of employees experiencing mental health challenges in the workplace.
Jobstreet by SEEK continues to see the trend in which wellness and work-life balance are seen as top deal-breakers and most sought-after benefits among Filipino workers, according to their last Future of Recruitment report.
Championing the call for more open conversations on workplace wellness, Jobstreet by SEEK has launched its latest digital mental health campaign, entitled “We See You.” This features honest, raw, and inspiring stories of Filipino workers, sparking courage and hope, and showing that behind every job title is a person navigating their own challenges.
Among them are candidates Grace Schuke and Manjelique Garcia, who aim to shed light on mental health in the workplace.
Shuke, a former school principal, was diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder and found the courage to seek help and end her silent struggles. She is now a survivor and advocates for the importance of listening, reminding us that everyone in the workplace has their own story and silent battles.
Meanwhile, Garcia, a cancer survivor and mental health advocate, was diagnosed with lymphoma and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). She tells her story of believing in her life’s purpose and desire to keep moving forward despite feeling like everything was crashing down.
Building on the first two episodes of the “We See You” campaign, Jobstreet by SEEK will release more stories of resilience and hope, redefining the role of employment platforms in today’s workforce. In a push to create a more positive and supportive environment, the platform also encourages companies to go beyond traditional benefits and implement health support and additional work-life balance initiatives such as mental health counseling or talks, employee assistance programs, mental health days off, and subscriptions to mental health apps.
“We at Jobstreet by SEEK believe that mental health is no longer optional, it’s critical to the future of work. We see the rising cases of mental health conditions that Filipino workers experience. Launching the “We See You” campaign is more than raising awareness; it is our bold yet gentle reminder that no worker should ever feel alone, unheard, or invisible. We see them,” said Joey Yusingco, Head of Marketing of Jobstreet by SEEK in the Philippines.
Stay tuned for inspiring people to be featured in the We See You video series. For updates, follow @JobstreetPH on Facebook, @jobstreetp on Instagram, and @jobstreet.philippines on TikTok, and subscribe to Jobstreet by SEEK Philippines Official on YouTube for more inspiring stories.
