UNISON Belfast
This is a two day course which supports participants to provide help to a person developing a mental health problem or who is in a mental health crisis. It will explore what is meant by mental health / mental ill health; Dealing with crisis situations such as suicidal behaviour, self-harm, panic attacks and acute psychotic behaviour; Recognising the signs and symptoms of common mental health problems including depression, anxiety disorders, psychosis and substance use disorders; Where and how to get help; Self-help strategies. It is targeted at any member working or volunteering in a school, youth organisation, mental health services, hospital or residential setting, but all members are welcome. It will be delivered by Aware NI.
This course is eligible for backfill funding for attendees who work in domiciliary/home care, day care or supported living in the private and community/voluntary sector under the Training for the Domiciliary Care Workforce Project administered by NISCC. You must get approval from your employer in advance.