motivational interview

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had a really lazy day. i’d planned to go into work and give notice so that when the new job people called me for a start date i’d have one and it would be all neatly sorted. but no.. of course not. me, do things to plan? imporrible.

instead I watched several episodes of Serial Experiments Lain and The Clan of the Cave Bear movie (which was pretty terrible). I sorted a bunch of my music and downloaded some more. I ironed some clothes. when new job HR called I didn’t answer.

Storm came over after Jason got home and we watched some Firefly and ate chocolate. after Jason went to bed Storm & I chatted a while about family relationships (mostly hers). she said “I feel a bit like i’m oversharing..”
I said, “it’s impossible to overshare with me!”
it got me wondering how many Australians have healthy, good relationships with their fathers. I can’t think of many people who do. I want to survey everyone I know, now.

also, today, as I was thinking about my old job, I realised it suits my situation better in lots of ways. and I decided I didn’t want to leave. argh! i’d spent all weekend decided I was going to leave; yes I was hesitant about it but knew it was best. then all of a sudden I 180d.

so I did some decision making activities.

Staying at my current job

Pros Cons
  1. Working with a team I know, like and am comfortable with.. including specific people I really like.
  2. Receiving individual and group supervision (necessary).
  3. Receiving ongoing professional development.
  4. About to begin working at a new service I am really excited about.
  5. A huge variety of clients, issues and modes of delivery (F2F, online).
  6. 4 days per week, flexibility, can leave any time.
  7. Can meet more of my practice competencies.
  1. Pay is kinda crap.
  2. My manager is a bit of a dick.
  3. The temporary phone work is absolutely awful, albeit temporary.

Moving to the new job

Pros Cons
  1. Pay is better (a bit).
  2. Good location – walking distance.
  3. Change of scenery is exciting!
  4. I get to do group therapy!
  5. Working with youth will be fun.
  6. The organisation is awesome and has a really great philosophy.
  7. I will still get to do online work, and help to develop that service.. again.
  1. No supervision at all. A pretty big issue as it’s necessary for my internship.
  2. No ongoing professional development (although possibly external training if I apply for it?)
  3. No other mental health workers to talk to or work with.
  4. No variety of clients or issues. One client group, one issue.
  5. Less face to face work.
  6. Full time, inflexible, three year contract.
  7. Change is hard and inconveniencing.

In summary i’ve no idea what i’m doing. I feel lost and quite stressed. it would’ve been so easier if I just hadn’t got it!

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  1. Fi

    Would you regret not taking the new job?

    It seems to me the more sensible thing would be to stay at current job, despite crappier pay etc, as it’s aiding your future plans more regarding supervision etc. Are you able to negotiate a pay rise, do you think? Could you say, hey I’ve been offered a different job with better pay, want to match it?

    However, if you’re sick of it, and would regret not taking new job, then take it.

    I love the way you write. It’s inspiring. Hugs. 🙂

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  2. Malice

    aw! thanks Fi 😀

    wellll i’m am still oscillating violently. however by this point i’m okay with that and have stopped catastrophising all over the place.

    I did try the bargaining for a raise thing.. haha. didn’t work.. but was worth a try 😉

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