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65% of disability support professionals reported that the key reasons they chose the workforce are the nature of the work and its positive impact on people in the community. But despite the rewarding aspect of the sector, many disability support workers still experience burnout. So, how can support workers and employers recognise the signs of burnout and intervene? Our latest blog explores how support workers and employers can build resilience in the face of burnout. Click the link to read more: https://hubs.la/Q02kCVBL0.

For those of us who have worked in mental health in the NHS, it is a great relief to see the key focus of the #kingsspeech to be a reform of the Mental Health Act - a 40 year old piece of legislation requiring a review of detention and the shocking disparities which exist for minority ethnic groups in receipt of urgent care....if this wasn't the lead-out policy it would have been an absolute dereliction of duty. On public mental health, the focus on youth and children is interesting - fostering the "healthiest generation of children" in history is a great ambition...advertising, obesity, vaping controls all seem "big government" things to undertake, however on youth mental health an ambition to have MH practitioners in all schools is welcome and a continuation from the previous government. When considering prevention of illness, it's essential to build emotional literacy, deliberate learning and improvement for young people rather than another "service" which can preclude those who may be struggling. For working age adults, I would be considering how the "future of work" is affecting people's employment opportunities - worthwhile and meaningful work is crucial to our usefulness and hardwires a sense of contribution to society. I understand that Labour have been having many, many conversations with futurist thinkers - let's hope we don't miss a beat in these important areas for our collective utility and emotional wellbeing. We've been promised "change" - I think an awful lot will have changed in the next 5 years...for now and for the future generations, let's hope they don't drop the ball in the opening minutes of the game. #mentalhealth #nhs #work #youth #emotionalwellbeing #futurework #publicmentalhealth www.greenmanwalks.co.uk

Key points for practitioners working with individuals experiencing executive functioning difficulties, taken from a Community Care Inform Adults guide

Key points for practitioners working with individuals experiencing executive functioning difficulties, taken from a Community Care Inform Adults guide

As Allied Health Professionals, #Rehabilitation #Counsellors, we play a crucial role in supporting individuals with #injuries, #disabilities and those facing #social disadvantage. Our work directly impacts their personal, social, and #economic independence. However, it's essential to recognise that both action and inaction can have significant consequences. We adhere to principles that underscore our commitment to doing good, avoiding harm, being fair, and maintaining loyalty and honesty. When initiating counselling, we inform our clients about our credentials, the purpose, goals, techniques, procedures, limitations, potential risks, and benefits of our services. This transparency ensures that clients can make informed decisions about their rehabilitation journey. But, rehabilitation counselling carries inherent risks. If not done correctly, it can potentially harm individuals physically, emotionally, or socially. For example • Physical: When individuals have a high risk appetite, tend to be agreeable (often saying “yes”), or are desperate for work, we recommend roles that carry significant risks. • Emotional: Considering vulnerabilities, we recommend roles with elevated psychosocial risks and hazards. • Social: Understanding their life structure, we suggest work that may disrupt family dynamics. We must be vigilant in assessing and mitigating these risks. Our primary obligation is to our clients—those with disabilities or social disadvantage. Regardless of direct or indirect services, we must uphold ethical standards. Our decisions should always prioritise their wellbeing. #RehabilitationCounselling #EthicalPractice #Empowerment #returntowork #biopsychosocial

With the pathetic state of the healthcare system in Ontario, difficulty getting second opinions etc. this blog post is more pertinent than ever. When should you seek out accommodations in the workplace? What is the duty to accommodate? Can you also seek out accommodations for mental health difficulties? #mentalhealth #accommodations #employmentlaw #employmentlawyer https://lnkd.in/gnkvbxAu

"You don't look sick. You are just lazy." Cruelty never helped anyone get better, and that is exactly what many people with non-apparent disabilities have to deal with every day. Sometimes, at work. "You are just lazy. Coming to the office will teach you some discipline." #ChronicIllness is misunderstood & often ignored at work. #Management and #HumanResources policies lack flexibility for addressing long-term and often dynamic illnesses. Meanwhile, millions of people struggle with #LongCovid, and those with the more severe and lasting Long Covid also meet the diagnosing criteria for Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (the more accurate term for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome). Cruelty never cured anyone. Let's do better. This set of HBR articles can help managers and HR practitioners better understand chronic illness and the appropriate #accomodaitons. It also provides insights for those struggling with #disability disclosure. #MyalgicEncephalomyelitis. #ChronicFatigueSyndrome #MEAwarenessDay #DisabilityInclusion #work Ludmila Praslova, Ph.D., SHRM-SCP, Âû, Katie Bach Beth Pollack https://lnkd.in/gJwAyEwN

It harms people, and it will harm business. How much productivity are you going to get out of someone with a chronic illness, debilitating depression etc. Thinking from the perspective of business needs, which I assume is a perspective that is important to the PM, companies do not need 'more workers', they need 'more people who can make a consistent and significant contribution to business goals.' If feels a bit sneaky, like offloading social and mental health services to businesses, the way in which schools have now become a hub for education, support services, social services and mental health services for children. The fact is, if this is to work, business will have to ensure that a vast range of additional support services are available in-house to enable people who are ill to work.

Please take some time to read this wonderful piece from Paula McGowan- mandatory training is essential for health and social care teams. It’s not just about compliance, it’s about supporting individuals to have long, healthy and fulfilling lives #LearningDisability #EmpoweringIndividuals #MandatoryTraining #OliversStory

Facing health challenges that are impacting your ability to work? If so, knowing when to apply for long term disability benefits can make all the difference in securing the support you need. This post will provide you with the guidance and insights you need to navigate this process effectively. https://bit.ly/4cUQuba