About the program
MHA is a national nonprofit that promotes mental health, well-being and illness prevention.
In 2019, MHA launched the Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health, according to MHA documents. This is the first national certification program designed to recognize U.S.-based employers committed to supporting a mentally healthy workforce. Since 2020, MHA has certified 276 organizations.
During 2023, MHA reports 169 employers completed the 58-criteria application process, evaluating organizational policies and practices that impact employees’ mental health.
Organizations that complete the application may be awarded four different levels of certification: bronze, silver, gold and platinum. According to MHA documents, out of 520 applicants only 24% qualified for certification.
Bell Seal qualifications
- Recipients consider all dimensions of workers’ well-being
- Recipients offer generous benefits
- Recipients promote practices rooted in protecting workers’ mental health
- Recipients implement innovative programs to promote workers’ well-being
“Williamson County underwent a rigorous evaluation of its policies and practices in four areas: workplace culture, benefits, compliance and wellness program,” said Rebecca Clemons, Williamson County Senior Director of Human Resources. “Gaining status as a Bell Seal certified organization demonstrates Williamson County's ongoing commitment to employee health and well being.”
