Table 2 Reasons why participants applied for their current position
Reason | Gov (N = 44) n (%) | CMO (N = 19) n (%) | Overall (N = 64) n (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
Using my lived experience to support others | 23 (52.3%) | 10 (52.6%) | 34 (53.1%) |
To improve mental health system / make a difference | 18 (40.9%) | 3 (15.8%) | 21 (32.8%) |
Job fit with my expertise / skill set / qualifications | 13 (29.5%) | 3 (15.8%) | 16 (25.0%) |
Wanted to work in mental health / the health system | 8 (18.2%) | 4 (21.1%) | 12 (18.8%) |
Challenging / Interesting work† | 4 (9.1%) | 6 (31.6%) | 10 (15.6%) |
Passion for peer support / mental health | 4 (9.1%) | 4 (21.1%) | 9 (14.1%) |
To demonstrate recovery | 6 (13.6%) | 2 (10.5%) | 8 (12.5%) |
Working conditions (e.g., working hours, job security, work-life balance) | 6 (13.6%) | 2 (10.5%) | 8 (12.5%) |
Build on previous experiences / Improve skills | 5 (11.4%) | 2 (10.5%) | 7 (10.9%) |
Did not like previous position | 4 (9.1%) | 1 (5.3%) | 5 (7.8%) |
New experiences / something different | 2 (4.5%) | 3 (15.8%) | 5 (7.8%) |
Support recovery / recovery oriented practice | 4 (9.1%) | 1 (5.3%) | 5 (7.8%) |
To reduce stigma / discrimination | 4 (9.1%) | 1 (5.3%) | 5 (7.8%) |
Career progression† | 0 (0.0%) | 3 (15.8%) | 3 (4.7%) |
Location | 2 (4.5%) | 1 (5.3%) | 3 (4.7%) |
To support my own recovery | 2 (4.5%) | 1 (5.3%) | 3 (4.7%) |