The Youth MHFAider role cont.
Practicalities and responsibilities Whilst upholding the values of the role your main responsibilities as a Youth MHFAider are to: – Provide first response support to a young person who is experiencing emotional distress, poor mental health, or is living with a diagnosed mental health condition – Apply the Youth MHFA action plan (ALGEE) to guide your support – Use active listening skills throughout support, taking into consideration your own Frame of Reference and any language you use around mental health – Protect the boundaries of the role – Continuously develop your mental health awareness – Understand the importance of self-care and practise self-care regularly to manage the stress in your Stress Container – Contribute to reducing stigma and promote positive mental health – Use the MHFAider Support App to access the online national database of mental health services, Hub of Hope , to record your reflections after MHFA support and to access additional resources – Refresh your skills every three years with a Youth MHFA Refresher course Apply the Youth MHFA action plan As a Youth MHFAider you should be able to apply the Youth MHFA action plan (ALGEE) and use good judgement about the order and the relevance of these actions. You will need to be both flexible and responsive.
Page 30
Made with FlippingBook - Online magazine maker