Work Counts is hosting a one-off in-service session to help IPS employment specialists build confidence and effectiveness when participating in multidisciplinary team (MDT) and clinical meetings.
Held online, the 90-minute session explores the purpose of clinical team meetings, highlights the unique value of the employment perspective within recovery-focused care, and provides practical guidance on preparing for meetings, sharing relevant information, advocating for referrals, and instigating meaningful employment-focused conversations.
Through reflection, discussion and role-play scenarios, participants will have the opportunity to develop skills to confidently engage with clinical teams, support shared decision-making, and promote employment as an important component of health, wellbeing and recovery.
By the end of this in-service, participants will be able to:
- Understand the purpose of multidisciplinary team (MDT) and clinical meetings and how they support coordinated, recovery-focused care
- Build confidence in contributing to MDT conversations and sharing an employment-focused perspective
- Identify what employment-related information is relevant to discuss in clinical meetings
- Develop practical strategies for preparing for, participating in and influencing MDT discussions
- Strengthen collaboration with clinical teams to improve referral pathways and outcomes for tāngata whai ora.
Additional information
What is it?
Hosted by Work Counts, the in-service is a one-off session to learn in a supportive environment.
Who is it for?
This online event is for IPS employment specialists and clinicians working in Auckland. IPS supervisors and coordinators are also welcome to attend.
“I enjoyed the day and I’m glad I came. Your presentation was so relevant.”
– IPS Champion, Occupational Therapist
