Summary: occupational therapists’ possible role supporting peer workers
| Service delivery | Engage peer workers in joint working to enhance:AssessmentsIndividual work (both Occupational Therapy led and referring for peer worker led)Group programmes (as lead and support facilitator as appropriate)Discharge planning/facilitation process |
| Peer support | Seek opportunities to engage peer workers as equal colleagues of the multi-disciplinary teamEnsure peer workers have office space available with other allied health team membersBe sensitive to the language in the workplace |
| System level | Advocate for appropriate supervision for peer workersAdvocate for clear role descriptions and development plans that are driven by senior peer workers |
| Service delivery | Engage peer workers in joint working to enhance:AssessmentsIndividual work (both Occupational Therapy led and referring for peer worker led)Group programmes (as lead and support facilitator as appropriate)Discharge planning/facilitation process |
| Peer support | Seek opportunities to engage peer workers as equal colleagues of the multi-disciplinary teamEnsure peer workers have office space available with other allied health team membersBe sensitive to the language in the workplace |
| System level | Advocate for appropriate supervision for peer workersAdvocate for clear role descriptions and development plans that are driven by senior peer workers |
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