Jennifer Robson
Peer Supporter Biography
Jennifer Robson
1230 Government Street
Victoria, British Columbia G2K 0A1
Jennifer.robson@servicecanada.gc.ca
250-419-9278
- Group and Level:
- NU-EMA-01
- Branch:
- Information non disclosed
- Work Environment:
- Working in Policy or Program Area
- Language:
- English
- Preferred method of Communication:
- Lync, Email, Telephone
Peer Supporter Identifies As:
- Woman
- Employees with disabilities
- Other: Supporter of LGBTQ2+
Areas of Life Experience In Dealing With:
- Conflicts at home or with other employees
- Depression / Mental health difficulties
- Family issues
- Gender-related issues
- Sickness
- Stress / burnout
- Substance abuse
- Suicide / Loss of a loved one
Brief Description of Life Experience related to Mental Health:
I have personally experienced grief, loss, depression and living with chronic illness. I have worked with ESDC for 9 years, prior to this I had worked in Emergency Departments as a Registered Nurse for 17 years. In this capacity I have assisted others dealing with depression, anxiety, suicide, substance abuse and other mental health issues. I am involved in Pain BC and am a Positive Space Ambassador.