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Leading by example
- Author:
- CAROLAN Stephany
- Journal article citation:
- A Life in the Day, 10(3), August 2006, pp.27-30.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
The author describes the start of a journey by Hampshire Partnership Trust towards becoming an exemplar employer though participation in the CSIP Leading by Example project. The trust aims to become and exemplar employer for all staff - but explicitly for those who have experienced mental ill health.
Job satisfaction of peer providers employed in mental health centers: a systematic review
- Authors:
- DECKERT Jennifer Chappell, STATZ-HILL Melisande
- Journal article citation:
- Social Work in Mental Health, 14(5), 2016, pp.564-582.
- Publisher:
- Taylor and Francis
- Place of publication:
- Philadelphia, USA
Peer providers are individuals who have lived experience with mental illness and recovery who are employed in mental health settings. Service delivery by peer providers employed in community mental health settings is increasing, with positive outcomes for consumers, organizations, and peer providers themselves. Strengths and weaknesses of this model have been identified in the literature, but little empirical research has been conducted to evaluate specific work-related outcomes for peer providers. The purpose of this systematic review was to identify research that evaluates job satisfaction outcomes for peer providers employed in mental health settings. Results indicate that peer providers are generally satisfied in their work settings and that several factors were significant predictors of job satisfaction. Findings indicate that peer providers are satisfied in their work environment and employers, employment factors, and collaborative approaches can impact job satisfaction. The role of social work in collaborative partnerships, advocacy, and supervision is discussed. (Publisher abstract)
Peer support for employment: a practice review
- Authors:
- SAYCE Liz, FAGELMAN Natasha
- Publisher:
- Disability Rights UK
- Publication year:
- 2016
- Pagination:
- 63
- Place of publication:
- London
A companion report to The Work Foundation’s review of research evidence on peer support in employment, this report identifies practice examples of peer support to help people with long term health conditions or disabilities to secure, retain or progress in employment. Based on a survey and interviews the report identified over 50 practice examples. The Practice Review discusses different approaches under the following headings: who is involved and benefiting; the purpose of the initiatives (recruitment, retention, progression, and wider outcomes); and the type of approach used (on-to-one, support groups, paid or unpaid). It then highlights the impact of the practice examples, including evidence on outcomes. Practice Review finds promising peer support practice in relation to securing, retaining and progressing in employment, for disabled people generally and for people living with specific impairments. It also found a high demand for peer support, and those involved in the report found peer support for employment offers hope, additional confidence and a sense of achievement. The report makes recommendations to support and strengthen the practice of peer support for disabled people or those with long-term conditions in terms of employment. (Edited publisher abstract)
Peer support for employment: a review of the evidence
- Authors:
- McENHILL Libby, STEADMAN Karen, BAJOREK Zofia
- Publisher:
- The Work Foundation
- Publication year:
- 2016
- Pagination:
- 30
- Place of publication:
- London
Reviews the evidence from eleven academic studies to explore how, and if, peer support is effective in supporting employment outcomes for people with long term health conditions and disabilities. The studies identified included support group-based peer support, one-on-one mentoring models and a work-based model, where peer support was offered by a peer adviser trained to provide support to colleagues. The review highlights elements of successful peer support programmes for employment. Direct outcomes considered in the studies include improved job retention, reduced sick leave, achieving a new job. Other outcomes included changes in participants; confidence, self-esteem and social skills. The review also identifies gaps in the existing research which include the relationship between direct and indirect employment outcomes and the costs of providing peer support versus the benefits. The paper concludes that although the evidence is at an early stage of development, it suggests that peer support can be a useful tool in achieving a range of employment outcomes - such as moving into work, returning to work after sick leave, and retaining a job - for people with a wide range of health conditions. (Edited publisher abstract)
Mental health, permanent housing, and peer support through community living in the Fairweather Lodge: implementation through collaboration
- Authors:
- BERMINGHAM Charles, MANLICK Christopher F., LIU William Ming
- Journal article citation:
- Housing Care and Support, 18(1), 2015, pp.26-30.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose: The purpose of this paper is to explain the history of the Fairweather Lodge Program, its utility, the development of one programme in a small Midwestern city, the role of psychology, and the importance of disseminating information about the programme to combat homelessness. Design/methodology/approach:This paper takes a short case study approach to describing the evolution of a peer support-based housing programme for individuals with serious mental illness and a history of homelessness. Findings: The Fairweather Lodge facilitates peer support, community engagement, stable housing, and work engagement in those struggling with mental illness and homelessness. Originality/value: The Fairweather Lodge Program is a programme intended to support the mental health and employment needs of individuals with severe mental illness who are at increased risk of homelessness. Housing alone often does not address the complex needs of chronically homeless individuals. (Edited publisher abstract)
Effects of employment as a peer support worker on personal recovery: a review of qualitative evidence
- Authors:
- BAILIE H. Alistair, TICKLE Anna
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health Review Journal, 20(1), 2015, pp.48-64.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose: This paper aims to systematically identify, appraise and synthesise qualitative research into how working as a peer support worker (PSW) affects personal recovery. Design/methodology/approach: Ten articles were identified through a systematic search of seven databases, grey literature, reference lists, citations and contact with authors in the field. Identified articles were critically appraised and their results synthesised using metaethnography. Findings: Four categories were constructed to synthesise the findings of the reviewed studies: increased knowledge about their own mental health, sense of identity, position within a professional team, and the impact of employment. The findings demonstrated that being a PSW has the potential to be both facilitative of and detrimental to personal recovery, with most explicit connection between the PSW role and personal recovery being the increased knowledge of about mental health and recovery. Research limitations/implications: The review found that the quality of existing studies varies widely and identified the potential to significantly improve the quality of the research in this field. Further, high-quality research is required to specifically investigate the effects of employment as a PSW on personal recovery. Practical implications: The findings are tentative in light of the quality of the studies, but should be considered in the employment, training and ongoing support of PSWs and the services they join. (Edited publisher abstract)
Life peers
- Author:
- JACKSON Catherine
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health Today, March 2008, pp.14-15.
- Publisher:
- Pavilion
- Place of publication:
- Hove
Scotland is to employ peer support workers in its mainstream mental health services. This article looks at the development of the scheme.
One door mental health lived experience framework
- Authors:
- SCHWEIZER Richard, MARKS Ellen, RAMJAN Rob
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health and Social Inclusion, 22(1), 2018, pp.46-52.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose: Recently, the importance of a lived experience workforce in the delivery of mental health services has been demonstrated. The roll-out of the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) in Australia has generated the need for a significant increase in the disability workforce, including psychosocial disability. The purpose of this paper is to describe the strategies outlined in the One Door Mental Health Lived Experience Framework (LEF), which is the culmination of over 30 years of experience in providing mental health services and the employment of a lived experience workforce. Design/methodology/approach: One Door developed and implemented the LEF, a thorough guide to the employment and support of a workforce of people with lived experience of mental illness, through consultation with consumers, carers, stakeholders, practice advisors, management, human resources and employee focus groups. Findings: Extensive support structures in the LEF are key to achieving the benefits of a lived experience workforce. The LEF has positioned One Door successfully for the achievement of key organisational goals in mental health support and advocacy. Research limitations/implications: Mental health policies and support are critical for productivity outcomes in any workplace regardless of the level of lived experience of the employees. This paper provides organisations, particularly those within the mental health sector, an example to build on in their own employment and support strategies. Originality/value: This paper is of particular value in the context of organisations in the mental health sector transitioning to the NDIS. (Publisher abstract)
From surviving to thriving: how does that happen
- Authors:
- BERTRAM Mark, McDONALD Sarah
- Journal article citation:
- Journal of Mental Health Training Education and Practice, 10(5), 2015, pp.337-348.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose: This paper explores what helped seven people in contact with secondary mental health services achieve their vocational goals, such as: employment, education, training and volunteering. Design/methodology/approach: The authors used the practice of co-operative inquiry, with staff and peer supporters co-designed an evaluation of vocational and peer support work with service users. Findings: Service users experienced invalidating living conditions that caused serious distress. These life struggles included: isolation, trauma events and stigma. The impact involved distressing emotions such as: despair, fear, pain and confusion. In contrast, when service users experienced supportive validating conditions (trusting relationships, engaging in valued activity and peer support) they reported being able to learn, change and grow – finding their own way forward, to improve well-being and quality of life. Research limitations/implications: Qualitative analysis from in-depth interviews revealed a range of consistent themes that enabled the authors to visually represent these and begin developing a model of change grounded in lived experience. Further research is required to develop this model. (Edited publisher abstract)
“Walking wounded or wounded healer?” does personal experience of mental health problems help or hinder mental health practice? a review of the literature
- Authors:
- CONCHAR Catherine, REPPER Julie
- Journal article citation:
- Mental Health and Social Inclusion, 18(1), 2014, pp.35-44.
- Publisher:
- Emerald
Purpose: A systematic review of the literature on “wounded healers” was undertaken to identify, define and interpret the term and its application within the mental health environment. The paper aims to discuss these issues. Design/methodology/approach:Eight key medical/social sciences databases were interrogated. In total, 835 papers were identified in the systematic database search and abstracts were obtained for each to determine whether they met the inclusion criteria. In total, 237 sources were retrieved for critical reading, to assess relevance and value to the review, and 125 documents were subsequently included. Through thematic analysis a number of themes and sub themes were identified. Findings: The archetypal image of the wounded healer originates in ancient mythology and crosses many cultures. There are many interpretations and applications of the belief that having healed their own wounds a person is in a better position to heal others, however, the evidence to support this is not so robust. Of more direct relevance to contemporary practice are reports of supporting staff with mental health problems to make a contribution to mental health services, most recently through the employment of peer support workers. Originality/value: As peer support workers are increasingly being employed in mental health services, it is helpful to consider the many existing staff who bring personal experience of mental health problems. This paper explores the evidence that their lived experience makes a difference to the way that they work and considers their employment support needs. (Publisher abstract)