Closing the Gap in Parent Support - Guide
Strengthen Psychosocial Safety Compliance by Supporting Working Parents
Working parents make up a large proportion of the workforce — yet most wellbeing strategies still fail to address their unique challenges.
This gap leaves organisations exposed to psychosocial safety risks under WHS legislation and contributes to higher levels of stress, burnout, and disengagement among employees with caring responsibilities.
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Our free guide reveals five evidence-based strategies to help HR, Wellbeing, and WHS leaders identify and close this critical gap, enhance compliance, and create a truly family-friendly workplace.
What You’ll Learn
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In this practical guide, you’ll discover how to:
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Conduct a Working Parent Risk Assessment -Identify psychosocial hazards—like time pressure, emotional fatigue, and work-life conflict—that impact parents and carers.
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Embed Family-Friendly Leadership Practices - Equip people leaders with the skills and confidence to proactively support employees balancing work and family life.
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Tailor Wellbeing Programs for Parents - Implement inclusive, year-round wellbeing initiatives that deliver measurable results for both families and your organisation.
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Build a Supportive Workplace Culture - Reduce stigma, normalise flexibility, and strengthen belonging through visible leadership commitment and storytelling.
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Monitor and Report on Impact - Demonstrate ROI and compliance by tracking engagement, outcomes, and cultural change over time.
Why It Matters
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37% of working parents find it increasingly difficult to stay motivated at work.
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54% end their workday mentally or physically exhausted.
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Employees who feel unsupported by their managers report the lowest mental health scores.
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Every $1 invested in workplace mental health can return up to $4.70 in productivity and retention benefits.
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Sources: TELUS Health, Deloitte, Gallup, PWC, Win Win Parenting 2024–2025.
Who This Guide Is For
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HR, People & Culture, and Wellbeing Leaders
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WHS and Psychosocial Safety Officers
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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion professionals
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Senior executives committed to family-friendly workplaces
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If your goal is to strengthen psychosocial safety compliance, boost retention, and position your organisation as an employer of choice — this guide is for you.
