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Mental Health and Wellness

Mental Health and Wellness

Our employees are the heart of North Kitsap, and we’re committed to supporting their well-being. Mental health matters, and we want to make sure our staff have the resources they need to thrive.

Mental health benefits are available through the Washington State Health Care Authority (SEBB), including coverage for counseling, therapy, and access to mental health professionals. We also encourage work-life balance, provide training on stress management and resilience, and remind our leaders to model healthy habits.

By prioritizing mental health, we’re creating a workplace where everyone feels supported—because when our staff thrives, so do our students and community.

Staff Resources

Washington State Health Care Authority

The Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) provides health coverage for public school employees, including medical, dental, and vision plans through SEBB. HCA ensures school employees have access to affordable, high-quality care.

SmartHealth 

SmartHealth is a free wellness program included in SEBB benefits. It offers tools and resources to support a healthy lifestyle.

Kitsap Public Heath District

The Kitsap Public Health District works to protect and promote community health through disease prevention, health education, and emergency preparedness.

Secondary Traumatic Stress... What is it?

The Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development characterizes Secondary Traumatic Stress (STS) as the emotional turmoil that emerges when a person indirectly encounters the traumatic experiences of another individual. Often referred to as compassion fatigue, the burden of attending to someone's distressing experiences can generate genuine symptoms in caregivers, including teachers.

Secondary Traumatic Stress Tool

Mental Wellness Resources

The following links may provide information and/or support to better understand and cope with a variety of mental health topics.

Use the Wellness Plan Template to create your own coping plan.

Contact Us

Human Resources Department
18360 Caldart Ave NE
Poulsbo, WA 98370
Fax (360) 396-3935
 

Janet Paeth
Director of Human Resources
(360) 396-3003
 

Angela Wageman
Assistant Director of HR and Payroll
(360) 396-3039
 

Josephine Urie
Personnel Specialist
(360) 396-3005
 

Haley Warr
Personnel Specialist
(360) 396-3006
 

Lisa Pruett
Benefits & Leave Specialist
(360) 396-3043
 

Natalie Moncada
Executive Assistant
(360) 396-3007
 

Sarah Schager
Administrative Assistant
Substitute Coordinator
Student Teacher Liaison
(360) 396-3008