A SIDE OF HOPE PODCAST

STORIES OF HOPE AND GRIT: AMPLIFYING VOICES IN HUMAN SERVICES

A PODCAST FOR HUMAN SERVICE PROFESSIONALS

If you are a human service professional, social worker or one in the making, you’re in the right place. We’re here to help you navigate the messiness of human services with inspiration, tools and support. Join our podcast community and listen today.

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COULD YOU USE SOME HOPE?

We're on a mission to sprinkle tiny specks of hope into your day. Diving into the world of human services can feel like navigating a maze, but trust us, it's way more fun when you've have friends by your side. We invite you to be a part of this community. No matter what label you slap on it—human services, social work, advocacy, outreach—or how long you’ve been doing it, we're right there with you, nodding in understanding and sharing in the experience.

We aspire to bring an authentic voice to social work, showcasing the unbelievable grit, resilience and hope to be had.

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But to be able to give, and give some more, and then some more… to sustain in Human Services, a certain level of grit is required. Grit is showing back up tomorrow. Grit is character that refuses to give up, indomitable spirit, stick-to-it-tiveness, sweat equity, resilience and the shear faith to let your why be your driving force.

Melanie Bazile

Hope is passion for what is possible.

Soren Kierkegard

Active hope is like a hike in the forest knowing there is a waterfall to be found at the end of the trail. We must walk the path; the waterfall will not come to us. However, we know, with confidence, that if we continue down the path, we will see the waterfall that has been envisioned.

Lauren Huffmaster

MEET THE HOPEFUL HOST

I’m Melanie Bazile, a long time professional in the human services arena. It seems like just yesterday when I was getting my serendipitous start in human services discovering the messiness that comes with working with people. Years of challenges and learning led to the emergence of hope and grit. I have experienced a spectrum of human service organizational culture, finally landing at the work family and career home that I was destined for. At Compass, we created A Side of Hope to give you inspiration, tools, and support as you navigate your career in human services.

A PODCAST BROUGHT TO YOU BY COMPASS

We're all about putting the decision-making power back into the hands of our clients, letting them choose how and where they want to live their best lives. Our team is like a squad of champions for adults with developmental disabilities, cheering them on as they embrace freedom in the community! Whether it's as a Case Facilitator managing a group of clients, an Independent Living Services Coach guiding individual goals, or a Life Guide accompanying someone on their adventures, each team member finds joy in helping others live their fullest lives.

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Let’s get gritty with a side of hope…

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