Leadership in Peer Support
How does leadership look different in Peer work
we are not there to be authoritative we are there as ourselves to be a part of the process too
These groups focus on teaching information and structured learning.
educational groups
These are guidelines created by the group to shape interaction and expectations.
comfort agreement, stretch agreement
growth happens here
safe (but also uncomfortable) space
This skill includes listening, questioning, observing, and prompting.
Communication
rue peer leadership comes from this, not authority or power.
influence
These groups help build social skills and connection.
Social groups
Group agreements should be reviewed at this time during each session.
beginning of every group
Facilitators should model this approach by accepting participants without judgment.
unconditional positive regard
Facilitators help create a space where people feel this.
seen, heard, and validated
Peer leadership encourages this type of sharing among group members.
shared lived experience
These groups are centered on shared experience and peer support.
Mutual Support Groups
Group norms should be framed in this way to encourage participation.
positive language/ strength based language
Speaking in a calm, non-judgmental way supports this system in the body.
nervous system
This awareness of your own thoughts, feelings, and body language is key.
self-awareness
A peer leader builds trust, empathy, and this type of emotional environment.
safety
True or False:
Some groups require specialized training
True
This important topic must be discussed, including its limits.
Confidentiality
Facilitators should lead with this instead of always giving answers.
questions and curiosities
When you don’t know an answer, you can do this instead of pretending.
ask the group
Good peer leaders share responsibilities to build this within the group.
group cohesion
Social groups build natural supports and reduce_____
isolation
What do you do when there is a disagreement in the group
play a supporting role and offer growth opportunities to communicate more effectively
Creating safety includes normalizing this human experience.
emotions or feelings?
Facilitators are not expected to be this.
an expert