By ellie
A new social navigator starts their first shift in a community clinic. They are given a list of people to support and access to their electronic medical records. There is no formal introduction to staff, no structured safety orientation, and no discussion of potential risks when doing outreach. The new worker introduces themself to staff … Continued
By ellie
Imagine this: A team meeting ends. One staff member leaves feeling dismissed after being interrupted repeatedly. Another feels frustrated but stays silent about a growing workload imbalance. No policies were broken. No voices were raised, yet tension lingers. In community social services, we are deeply committed to building trust with individuals who may have experienced … Continued
By ellie
This resource is part of the Safety Talk: Giving and Receiving Feedback in Arts & Entertainment. Download the Giving and Receiving Feedback quick reference guide as a handy resource or watch the video. Let’s face it: in creative industries, what sets exceptional productions apart is not just talent or vision. It’s how crew collaborate and communicate under pressure. Psychological safety, … Continued
By ellie
This resource is part of the Safety Talk: Giving and Receiving Feedback in Arts & Entertainment. Download the Giving and Receiving Feedback quick reference guide as a handy resource or watch the video. In the fast-paced world of creative production, feedback is inevitable. Whether it is from collaborators, department heads, or producers, how we give and receive feedback shapes our … Continued
By ellie
Work in community social services involves far more than completing tasks. It requires building relationships, providing emotional and social support, responding to crises, and navigating complex systems. To sustain this work and provide quality service to communities, individuals at every level of the organization need an environment that supports and protects their wellbeing. Whether you … Continued
By andrewwalsh
Learning Circles: Indigenous Perspectives on Conflict Resolution is part of a video series exploring Indigenous perspectives on psychological health and safety in the workplace. Created to support employers and workers across BC’s tourism and hospitality industry, this series is a partnership between Len Pierre Consulting, go2HR, and the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA). In this session, … Continued
By andrewwalsh
Learning Circles: Culturally Safer Terminology is part of a video series exploring Indigenous perspectives on psychological health and safety in the workplace. Created to support employers and workers across BC’s tourism and hospitality industry, this series is a partnership between Len Pierre Consulting, go2HR, and the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA). In this session, we explore … Continued
By andrewwalsh
Learning Circles: Indigenous Cultural Safety and Psychological Workplace Safety is part of a video series exploring Indigenous perspectives on psychological health and safety in the workplace. Created to support employers and workers across BC’s tourism and hospitality industry, this series is a partnership between Len Pierre Consulting, go2HR, and the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA). In … Continued
By ellie
Staying Grounded Under Pressure Scenario: Jane, a new team leader responsible for managing a team, found herself in a challenging situation during a recent meeting. When a team member posed a difficult question, Jane’s immediate reaction was defensiveness, accompanied by a sudden flush of emotion. Since assuming her new role, Jane has been grappling with … Continued
By ellie
We all experience varying levels of stress, from everyday hassles like traffic to more complex challenges at work and in relationships. For people working in arts and entertainment, stress often shows up in unique ways. Long and irregular hours, tight timelines, gig-based work, physical demands, and pressure to keep things moving can all impact well-being … Continued
