Tweddle’s Peer Support Worker plays a vital role in enhancing the health literacy experience for residential families engaged in our Parenting Assessment and Skills Development program (PASDS). Tailored for parents with children between 0 and 3 years currently working with the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH), PASDS aims to provide comprehensive support to families facing unique challenges.
At the forefront of this initiative is Savv, a dedicated dad who is passionate about guiding parents on their journey to becoming the best they can be. Drawing from his firsthand experience of participating in a parenting support program, Savv has successfully completed a TAFE Certificate IV in Mental Health Peer Work, equipping him with the skills needed to connect meaningfully with families.
Working in collaboration with the Program Manager and dedicated staff, Savv engages with families admitted to Tweddle’s PASDS program. His multifaceted role involves advocacy, sharing lived experiences, building relationships, and providing mentoring. Additionally, Savv aims to foster hope and help families with goal-setting and skill-building, creating a supportive environment for positive growth.
The Peer Support Worker’s primary goal is to ensure information and services align with each family’s readiness. This empowers them to make informed health decisions. This approach empowers families to make informed decisions about their health outcomes.
“Measuring an individual’s health literacy provides the basis for improving how staff communicate with clients, and provides a background for the planning of community health interventions and education” – Savv
“The aim of the Peer Support Worker is to examine and summarise the content of Tweddle’s clinical policies and procedures and how they relate to health literacy. Importantly, they will support families experiencing vulnerability and ensure they feel understood, listened to and empowered”. – Savv
As we navigate the intricacies of health literacy, Savv’s vision for the Peer Support Worker reflects our ongoing dedication to supporting vulnerable families. Together, we strive to create a nurturing environment where families feel not just understood but empowered, fostering positive growth and success in the face of unique challenges.
