CERTIFIED PEER SPECIALIST CORE COMPETENCIES COVERED Domain Item Description 1.2 Believes in and respects people’s rights to make informed decisions about their lives 1.3 Believes that personal growth and change are possible 1.4 Believes in the importance of empathy and listening to others 1.5 Believes in and respects all forms of diversity 1.7 Believes in lifelong learning and personal development 1.9 Believes that recovery is a process 1.11
Believes and understands there are a range of views regarding mental health and substance use disorder and their treatment, services, supports, and recovery Knowledge of Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s definition of recovery: “A process of change through which individuals improve their health and wellness, live a self-directed life, and strive to reach their full potential” Knowledge of mental health and substance use disorders and their impact on recovery Knowledge that recovery and wellness involves the integration of the whole person including spirituality; physical, vocational, and emotional health; sexuality; gender identity; and community Knowledge of person-centered care principles Knowledge of strengths-based planning for recovery Knowledge of the impact of discrimination, marginalization, and oppression Knowledge of the impact of internalized stigma and shame Knowledge of stages of change and recovery Knowledge of the scope of practice of a certified peer specialist Knowledge of ways to encourage safe, trauma-sensitive environments, relationships, and interactions Ability to assist people in exploring life choices, and the outcomes of those choices Ability to listen and understand with accuracy the person’s perspective and experience Ability to draw out a person’s perspective, experiences, goals, dreams, and challenges Effective written and verbal communication skills Ability to locate appropriate recovery resources, including basic needs, medical, mental health and substance use disorder care; supports, including social support and mutual aid groups; and to facilitate referrals Ability to recognize and affirm a person’s strengths Knowledge of cultural competency Ability to problem-solve
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