Structure: Each session will start with a short 10 minute presentation about a topic that was raised at the previous group session or a topic that is relevant to counselling strategies. The aim is to generate discussion and for the staff to review and process the experiences that have been a cause for concern for them. Guest speakers are invited to contribute on occasions where relevant e.g. workplace mental health or domestic abuse champion may be invited from the organisation or an external service such as a local foodbank or alcohol service.
What is discussed: The sessions aim to offer reassurances about their approach to challenging situations and an opportunity to reflect will be offered which can support staff to recognise the positive impact of the role that they can have in people’s lives, alongside accepting some of the limitations. Where the staff approach could have supported a better outcome, the trainer will invite comments from the group about the possible future approaches to achieve better outcomes to ensure that the sessions offer learning opportunities for the organisation and individual personal wellbeing.
Lesson scheduling: The session will be delivered once a month on the same day and time to offer consistency to the staff attending. Staff can choose to attend every session or dip in and out as they feel necessary for their own circumstances and experiences over time. The meeting will be set up in teams and invites provided to staff who would benefit or have requested support through HR.