Catalyst Support has several paid Lived Experience Practitioner positions aligned with GPimhs and MHICs, and in SUN.

Through sharing wisdom from their own experiences, the Lived Experience Practitioners work with individuals to inspire hope and belief that recovery is possible.

As integral and highly valued members of the team, Lived Experience Practitioners provide formalised peer support and practical assistance to people using the GPimhs and MHICS services to assist them to regain control over their lives and their own unique recovery journey. Lived Experience Practitioners support smooth transition to other Mental Health and community resources. Through working with the individuals, they promote choice and opportunities to enable them feeling connected to and valued in their community.

We have volunteer Lived Experience Practitioners in other parts of Catalyst, their contribution in supporting others and improving our services in invaluable.