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Are You Thinking of Peer Work? Have your questions answered here!

tymeModerator

Are You Thinking of Peer Work? Have your questions answered here!

This thread has come about after our Sunday Hangout tonight where the topic of Peer Work came up.

Just to share a little about myself and how I came to get involved in Peer Work:

I was working in a totally different industry. At the same time, I was really struggling with my mental health. It was these very forums that supported my recovery, and I felt that the more I reached out to others, the more I felt supported in my own recovery.

In my recovery, I also had peer workers support me. The hope they shared was invaluable.

From there, I volunteered to be a Community Guide did this for a few years. The call then came out for Peer Workers. This was when I put my hand up, completed the necessary training, and voila! Here I am!

It's been one of the most rewarding pathways in my life. It's given me a new lease on life and something to look forward to each day.

Of course everyone's story is different, but I hope this thread can answer your questions about Peer Work.

@MJG017 @Snowie @ArraDreaming @Shaz51 @Rockdog

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tymeModerator

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Sounds like you've been challenged with a few not-so-easy relationships? @Oaktree

I'm sure you'll be able to work around it. We're here if you need any hinters or support.

Arghhh.. role plays... I don't like them. I think it's because we had to video ours and send them in.

I remember doing a role play about holding an OH&S meeting as well as a Safety evacuation discussion.

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OaktreeSenior Contributor

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@tyme

I think the role plays are during class time. I will have to just learn to get along with people lol

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tymeModerator

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Actually @Oaktree , for me, I honestly had to LEARN to get along with people. I think I was under the impression that people either just get along or don't get along.

When I was at uni, I had a unit on interpersonal skills. It was the best thing I did. It taught me so much including all the different skills of active listening, collaboration, etc.

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OaktreeSenior Contributor

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@tyme

I am working on getting along with people who challenge me. I feel like I am making progress. Hopefully I will get along with my peers doing this course so we can work together cohesively.

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tymeModerator

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@Oaktree ,

Absolutely. That's one thing that's been really evident. That you have made heaps of progress in this regard.

As 'nice' as it is to get along with everyone, naturally, it's not the case. It's about being prepared for it and knowing what to do 🙂

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rav3nSenior Contributor

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just heard you received the offer & accepted it too!! CONGRATS @Oaktree 🎉

SUPER EXCITED FOR YOU and love that you've set up a study group thread too!!

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