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The Emory's Building Resilience and Compassion Enculturation (emBRACE) Peer Support Program is an interprofessional, systems approach to decrease the lasting burdens of secondary trauma and moral distress experienced by Emory Healthcare and Emory University employees. Trained peer supporters include physicians, nurses, advanced practice providers, chaplains and social workers.
Our mission is to build an organizational culture conducive to a resilient workforce by:
- Decreasing burnout
- Increasing resilience and well-being
- Improving employee engagement/satisfaction
- Increasing resilience and compassion leadership skills
- Increasing/sustaining employee retention
To be partnered with a Peer Support Leader, fill out this form or scan the QR code. A representative from our team will reply within three business days.
For questions, please email embracepeersupport@emoryhealthcare.org.
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Become a Peer Support Leader
Criteria
Peer supporters possess and demonstrate:
- Self-awareness, reflective practice
- Ethical behavior and practices
- Caring
- Compassion
- Discernment
- Trustworthiness
- Integrity
- Conscientiousness
Key Responsibilities
- Complete peer supporter training
- Facilitate peer-to-peer support sessions
- Dedicate time/shifts for structured peer-to-peer support sessions
- Attend and participate in debriefing sessions
- Contribute to continuous quality improvement efforts
- Engage in networking and continuous learning/professional development
Why did you become an emBRACE peer supporter?
"Sometimes there is no one else besides another healthcare worker who can understand the great moments and challenging times of working in this field. Excellent healthcare requires strong teamwork. I cannot be a good nurse without the help of my colleagues, and their support that helps me succeed at work benefits all other aspects of my life. The emBRACE program is another opportunity to show up for my peers in the Emory community, just as countless others have done for me."
- Caitlin Susan Crotty, RN
What have you learned during the emBRACE program?
"I’ve learned a tremendous amount through EHC’s emBRACE program. emBRACE has helped me develop the tools and skill sets necessary to better support my staff, colleagues, and practice intentional self-care. I’ve become better at active listening, social awareness, and in providing psychological first-aid. Many of the strategies taught through the program such as grounding, cleansing, and mind-body connection, have helped me refocus my thinking and more openly consider different perceptions. I’ve also gained confidence in developing departmental programs aimed at reducing burnout and improving well-being. Ultimately, I’ve been able to better support myself and others, build stronger relationships and grow as a leader. I’m grateful to be a part of the emBRACE team to improve lives and provide hope."
- Allen A. Gandhi, Pharm. D., BCPS