Course Description

This training, adapted to address Peer's particular needs, is intended to support staff in developing and maintaining appropriate boundaries in service provision, and explore and clarify ethical dilemmas. Participants will explore power and privilege and how these differentials affect our work. Participants will practice assessing decisions about boundaries and dual relationships. The Code of Ethical Conduct will be presented and participants will participate in interactive activities to support their learning experience and the implications of putting them into practice. This three-hour online experience will allow for question and answer, group discussion, activities and an evaluation. 

Learning Objectives Include

  • Recognize the 7 types of power

  • Unpack the uses and misuses of power and privilege in Peer Support

  • Define “dual relationships” and identify risks associated with dual relationships in Peer Support

  • Unpack the unique challenges related to boundaries in Peer Support.

  • Implement strategies for maintaining appropriate boundaries in Peer Support

Instructor

Learning & Development Program Supervisor

Edward Drago

Edward Drago, CPS, WRAP® ALF (He/Him) is a Learning & Development Program Supervisor at the Institute@MHP with over 25 years of experience in Human and Professional Services driven by a passion for using storytelling and peer support to cultivate relationships and mutual healing. Edward has extensive professional experience in the industries of Workforce Development, Community & Social Services and Professional Business Services in the for-profit and non-profit sectors. Edward has supported an array of individuals including youth and young adults, veterans, unemployed/underemployed, TANF recipients, justice-involved and individuals living with trauma. Edward is a Certified Peer Specialist, WRAP® Advanced-Level Facilitator as well as a facilitator of MBSR (mindfulness-based stress reduction) and MBCT (mindfulness-based cognitive therapy). Edward is open about his own mental health challenges combining peer-oriented and traditional medical approaches to living a life of recovery. Edward strives to educate, inspire and build hope for all individuals he encounters – especially those living with mental health challenges, by leveraging his diverse professional and lived experience.