Workshop Intro:

6:00pm – 8:00pm

Overview:

• Brief outline of the Mental Health First Aid Standard course
• Recognizing signs and symptoms of common mental health problems
• Nonjudgment & Trust: Building blocks of the helping relationship
• Understanding the effective listener role

Learning objectives:

• Obtain a basic understanding of mental health problems and the basics of helping someone in this situation
• To gain a level of comfort in practicing empathetic listening techniques
• To know the responsibilities and limits of the helper role

Workshop Date:

19/10/2021

Workshop Location:

online

Workshop Type:

scheduled

Facilitator:

Donna Bonertz

Description:

Donna Bonertz is a social worker & vocational rehabilitation specialist with 30 years experience in the mental health field. She currently works as the Employment & Rehabilitation Coordinator for the New View Society in Port Coquitlam and is a Certified Mental Health First Aid Instructor for Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Canada. Donna has a passion for helping others discover their personal power in self-determination and confidence. She lives in Maple Ridge with her wife, cat and two dogs and enjoys riding motorcycles and camping.