Thinking big. Providing counselling in a women's refuge and starting a social enterprise.

 ‘’Thinking big’’ providing counselling in a women's refuge and starting a social enterprise. Jen Wiedman  Jen has had a very diverse and interesting career. In this interview, she shares with listeners some of her journey and what inspired her to become a social worker. We discuss so much in this episode. We explore some of the frameworks Jen draws on when working in her counselling practice, managing self-care and reducing burnout and connecting with others Jen is an accredited mental health social worker, working in public health, private practice and is the founder of a social enterprise, 4th space.  Jen has us thinking about  What's motivating you to be in this space? Why are you in it?  Why are you wanting to do this work?   Things to consider Working to reduce the power imbalance Supervision is important Feeling powerless and hopeless → at the system Holding the space and hope  Trusting your knowledge and instinct    Vicarious trauma → It's going to happen Self-care practices  Knowing yourself, your triggers, supportive network   Find Jen  https://www.jenwiedman.com/  https://www.jenwiedman.com/about-counselling-psychology-services www.4thspace.com.au  Resources recommended by Jen  Ikigai  See what you made me do. By Jess Hill   If you're interested to check out some engagement activities around things like  Your local MHPN Events  National days and events  Join the Inside Social Work Facebook Group   Join the Inside Social Work Podcast mailing list to get your free social work career guide Visit the website for the latest info and show notes https://insidesocialwork.com/ Support the show by making a contribution https://www.paypal.me/Insidesocialwork Subscribe to the podcast wherever you get your podcasts!  Mentioned in this episode:5 Days to Career Clarity in Social WorkReflect, plan, and take your next step with confidence. Feeling stuck or unsure about your next move? https://mailchi.mp/marievakakis/days-to-career-clarity-in-social-work 5 Days to Career Clarity in Social WorkReflect, plan, and take your next step with confidence. Feeling stuck or unsure about your next move? https://mailchi.mp/marievakakis/days-to-career-clarity-in-social-work