Recruitment
Foundational training, knowledge and resources for workers (or people managing peer workers) who are just starting out.
Training
Peer workers
Managers & Employers
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Nationally recognised, foundational qualification for mental health peer workers which aims to equip them with the knowledge and skills to provide recovery-oriented support across various service settings.
Find out more:
Mental Health Coordinating Council: https://mhcc.org.au/course/certificate-iv-in-mental-health-peer-work/
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Self Help Addiction Resource Centre
Training program that provides peer workers with a foundational understanding of the Intentional Peer Support framework and how to apply IPS principles in their practice.
Find out more: https://www.sharc.org.au/sharc-programs/peer-projects/intentional-peer-support/
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Lived Experience Training
Provides managers and executive leaders with a foundational understanding of the benefits and barriers to effective Lived-Living Experience workforce development, as well as practical resources to support the embedding Lived-Living Experience workforces.
Find out more: https://livedexperiencetraining.org/
Information Resources
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Mental Health Commission of NSW
Resource hub developed by the Commission to support NSW organisations to develop their mental health peer workforces. It is a repository for evidence-based resources to guide employers on how to start or grow their peer workforce.
Find out more: https://www.nswmentalhealthcommission.com.au/content/peer-work-hub
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National Mental Health Commission
The Guidelines are intended to support change across the mental health sector by improving understanding of the benefits of the Lived Experience workforce and by supporting employers to assess their readiness and prioritise activities that support successful implementation.
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National Mental Health Commission
Companion document to the National Development Guidelines designed both as a guide for new employers of Lived Experience workers and as a general resource for increasing understanding of Lived Experience roles. Specifically focused on providing guidance for designing clear and effective position descriptions that align with and reflect Lived Experience practice principles.
Find out more: https://www.mentalhealthcommission.gov.au/sites/default/files/2024-03/lived-experience-roles.pdf
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Mental Health Coalition SA
Provides overview of best practice in recruitment and retention related to Lived Experience/Peer workforces in the mental health context.
Find out more: https://mhcsa.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/LEWP-RR-Tips-and-Info-161122.pdf
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Mental Health Commission of NSW
Toolkit provides outline of key considerations in the peer workforce planning process and a series of customisable worksheets, checklists, information sheets and quick tips to accompany planning steps.
Find out more here: https://www.nswmentalhealthcommission.com.au/content/downloads-and-toolkits
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National Mental Health Consumer & Carer Forum and Lived Experience Australia
Outlines common elements for the successful implementation of peer work roles, including strategies to address potential challenges with ongoing workforce implementation.
Find out more here: https://nmhccf.org.au/our-work/discussion-papers/lived-experience-peer-workforce-checklist