From Good Intentions to Good Controls: Can peer support programs play a role in psychosocial risk management?
This session examines the role of peer support programs as part psychosocial risk management and the conditions required for them to be effective.
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Description
Hosted by Emma Boucher, General Manager of Psychosocial Safety at HSE Global
Peer support programs are often introduced as wellbeing initiatives. When designed appropriately, however, they can operate as an important mitigating control, supporting early identification of psychological distress, encouraging help-seeking, reducing stigma, and assisting recovery following exposure to psychosocial hazards or traumatic events.
This session covers:
- The role of peer support as a mitigating control within psychosocial risk management
- The benefits and limitations of peer support networks in the workplace
- Common risks associated with poorly implemented programs
- The key elements of a structured, safe, and sustainable peer support framework
- How peer support should integrate with organisational systems, leadership responsibilities, and professional support services
Description
Hosted by Emma Boucher, General Manager of Psychosocial Safety at HSE Global
Peer support programs are often introduced as wellbeing initiatives. When designed appropriately, however, they can operate as an important mitigating control, supporting early identification of psychological distress, encouraging help-seeking, reducing stigma, and assisting recovery following exposure to psychosocial hazards or traumatic events.
This session covers:
- The role of peer support as a mitigating control within psychosocial risk management
- The benefits and limitations of peer support networks in the workplace
- Common risks associated with poorly implemented programs
- The key elements of a structured, safe, and sustainable peer support framework
- How peer support should integrate with organisational systems, leadership responsibilities, and professional support services
Description
Hosted by Emma Boucher, General Manager of Psychosocial Safety at HSE Global
Peer support programs are often introduced as wellbeing initiatives. When designed appropriately, however, they can operate as an important mitigating control, supporting early identification of psychological distress, encouraging help-seeking, reducing stigma, and assisting recovery following exposure to psychosocial hazards or traumatic events.
This session covers:
- The role of peer support as a mitigating control within psychosocial risk management
- The benefits and limitations of peer support networks in the workplace
- Common risks associated with poorly implemented programs
- The key elements of a structured, safe, and sustainable peer support framework
- How peer support should integrate with organisational systems, leadership responsibilities, and professional support services
