« All Events

VitalCog: Suicide Prevention in the Workplace

Friday May 14, 2027 @ 8:00 am - 11:00 am
calendar icon

VitalCog is an interactive, two-hour suicide prevention training designed specifically for the workplace. Participants will learn how to recognize warning signs, start meaningful conversations, and connect coworkers who may be struggling with appropriate support and resources.

The three-hour session allows additional time for questions, discussion, and small-group activities while helping participants build confidence around talking about mental health and suicide and promoting a workplace culture of help-seeking and help-giving.

Registration is limited to 20 participants.


Program Details

Date: Friday, May 14, 2027

Time: 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Location: 10955 Lowell Ave., 10th Floor, Overland Park, KS

Breakfast: Included


Who Should Attend

Anyone employed by a mechanical contractor signatory to Local 8 or Local 533, or by an MCAKC Associate Member company.


Tuition

No charge for employees of MCAKC signatory contractors and Associate Members.


Instructor

Jenny Devaney

Jenny Devaney is a Project Coordinator with Cerris Systems, where she has spent the past four years supporting both field and office teams and helping promote project success and collaboration.

She serves as Chair of the Cerris Systems Kansas City Mental Wellbeing Committee and is an active member of the company’s broader mental wellbeing efforts. As a certified VitalCog Trainer and former educator, Jenny is passionate about fostering psychological safety, mental wellbeing, and meaningful workplace connections.

Drawing from both personal and professional experiences with mental health, she brings a relatable and practical perspective to conversations about supporting wellbeing in the workplace and beyond.


Cancellation Policy

Cancellations for MCAKC events and programs must be received at least
2 business days prior to the event by email at
[email protected]
or by phone at 913-948-9200.
Cancellations received after this time will be assessed a
$100 cancellation fee.

Registrants who do not cancel and do not attend (“No Shows”) will be assessed:

$100 — Events 4 hours or less

$150 — Events over 4 hours

Details

Location

Organizer

Related Events