First Priority Peer Support Program (FPPSP)

 

To: Health care and public health workers who would like structured training to provide support to fellow peers and colleagues by becoming Peer Supporters; Organizational leaders looking to promote a culture of employee wellness and support through a structured Peer Support program. From: CO-CARES Team (Colorado Alliance for Resilient & Equitable Systems) Are you familiar with the inner workings of your organization, and want to proactively help others in your workplace?   CO-CARES is supporting a free program that trains peer supporters across organizations.   Being a peer supporter can enrich both your purpose and help others in need. As a Certified Peer Supporter, you will: Be a contact and referral person for colleagues who may seek help Become equipped to proactively reach out and support colleagues reacting from stress Support a culture of organizational wellness and support The First Priority Peer Support Program (FPPSP) is a hybrid training program (online and live training) that equips fellow colleagues as Peer Supporters: trained peers who are able to proactively reach out to fellow healthcare workers, to support work and life stressors and be able to respond to peers after critical or stressful events.   Peer Supporters are trained in a variety of topics, including mental health, stress and trauma, confidentiality, and crisis navigation. The program also offers ongoing support with resources, monthly check-ins, and quarterly trainings. Leadership support for the program is recommended.   Register for FPPSP. If you have questions about the program, are a leader and would like to bring this training to your staff, or would like a representative to speak to your leadership about the program, email FPPeer@uccs.edu. This is an advanced training for volunteer employees to become Peer Supporters. Anyone in an organization is welcome to join! The FPPSP includes approximately 12 hours of pre-work and 4-hours of live training. These trainings are held from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and are available each month.