how do you rate? engaging individuals with a mental health condition

How do you rate?

Engaging individuals with a mental health condition

WELCOME

“NDCO - working together to improve transitions for

people with disabilities into further education and

employment"

Aim of NDCO webinars:• Provide an avenue for discuss topical subjects• Engage directly with expert topic presenters• Connect with stakeholders on topics of interest

INTRODUCTION

Presentation Outline

• Judgements and stigma

• Disclosure

Question & Answer session

• Keeping engaged

• Wrap around services

Question & Answer session

JUDY SMITHConsumer CompanionRecovery FacilitatorMental Health

JUDGEMENTS AND STIGMA

Do you feel that judgment and stigma isdecreasing in society for people with mental health

DISCLOSURE

Why do some consumers decide not to disclose

What information is given to consumers that you know of regarding the benefits of disclosing

Do you have any tips that we can incorporate to promote the benefits of disclosure

Any questions for Judy on stigma or disclosure?

KEEPING ENGAGED

Barriers connecting with education and employment

Positive marketing and engagement strategies

KEEPING ENGAGED

Scenario: Do you feel that it is best to encourage consumers into employment quickly and then work on barriers or issues OR is it best to take the time to build trust and rapport before considering employment?

Tips to support consumers during the roller coaster of emotions associated with finding sustainable employment and completing study

WRAP AROUND SERVICES

What supports are out there to complement or support stakeholders when they work with consumers

QUESTIONS

Any questions for Judy on engagement or services?

MARCH WEBINAR

‘Working Effectively with Aboriginal people

with disabilities‘

Damian Griffis, Executive Officer

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