Workplace Well-Being Checklist
A Simple Reflection Tool for HR & Leadership Teams
Building a healthy workplace doesn’t happen by accident.
This checklist helps you quickly reflect on how your organization supports employee well-being through an equity-centered, trauma-informed lens.
Use this as a conversation starter with your leadership or HR team.
Safety
- Employees feel safe speaking up about concerns.
- Policies addressing harassment and discrimination are clear and enforced.
- Leaders recognize signs of burnout and respond early.
- Workloads are realistic and regularly reviewed.
- Physical and virtual work environments feel safe and accessible.
Trustworthiness
- Leadership communicates openly about decisions and change.
- Roles and expectations are clear.
- Employees understand how decisions are made.
- Feedback is gathered regularly — and action follows.
- Organizational values are reflected in daily practice.
Choice
- Employees have flexibility when possible in how and where work gets done.
- Policies support work-life balance.
- Time off and wellness resources are accessible.
- Supervisors consider individual needs when setting expectations.
- Mental health and well-being are openly discussed and normalized.
Collaboration
- Employees are invited into decision-making processes.
- Diverse perspectives are actively encouraged.
- There are clear channels for raising concerns.
- Meetings allow space for all voices.
- Cross-team collaboration is supported.
Empowerment
- Professional development opportunities are available.
- Performance conversations focus on growth, not just evaluation.
- Employees are recognized for their strengths and contributions.
- Advancement opportunities are equitable and transparent.
- Well-being is valued alongside productivity.
What’s Next?
If you found gaps, uncertainty, or inconsistencies — you’re not alone.
Creating a workplace that supports safety, trust, and well-being requires intentional systems and leadership alignment.
Schedule a free EC-TIC Workplace Readiness Conversation with CHCM.
In this 30-minute session, we will:
- Review your current strengths and challenges
- Identify practical next steps
- Share how EC-TIC training and implementation can support your team