Aims
To help peer support workers understand the provision of relevant local services
Section 1
Competences covered in this unit:
Ability to draw on knowledge of the local statutory and non-statutory mental health systems, services and resources (including their remit and any exclusion criteria they apply that might restrict access).
Ability to draw on knowledge of the relationships between the mental health team the peer support worker is employed in and other statutory and non-statutory services in the local community.
Underpinning understanding and knowledge for peer support workers
Communication and engagement skills
Working in partnership. Supporting people as a peer support worker
Self-care and support
Optional skills – using psychological approaches to support personal recovery