CERTIFIED PEER SPECIALIST CORE COMPETENCIES COVERED Domain Item Description 1.3 Believes that personal growth and change are possible 1.5 Believes in and respects all forms of diversity 1.6 Believes in the importance of self-awareness and self-care 1.9 Believes that recovery is a process 1.10 Believes in the healing power of healthy relationships 1.11
Believes and understands there are a range of views regarding mental health and substance use disorders and their treatment, services, supports, and recovery Knowledge of SAMHSA’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 of the basic neuroscience of mental health and addiction 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 trauma and its impact on the recovery process Knowledge of the impact of discrimination, marginalization, and oppression
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2.6 2.9 3.2 3.4 3.5 3.7 4.3 4.4
Knowledge of ethics and boundaries Knowledge of confidentiality standards
Knowledge of ways to encourage safe, trauma-sensitive environments, relationships, and interactions
Knowledge of cultural competency
Ability to problem-solve
Ability to assist people in exploring life choices, and the outcomes of those choices Ability to identify and support a person in crisis and know when to facilitate referrals Ability to listen and understand with accuracy the person’s perspective and experience Effective written and verbal communication skills Ability to foster engagement in recovery Ability to work collaboratively and participate on a team Ability to know when to ask for assistance and/or seek supervision Ability to advocate for self in the role of a certified peer specialist
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4.7 4.10 4.13 4.14 4.19
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