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ERIC Number: ED609914
Record Type: Non-Journal
Publication Date: 2013
Pages: 4
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: N/A
EISSN: N/A
Implementing the Peer Support Specialist Role: Providing Direct, Individualized Support in a Local Program
Research and Training Center for Pathways to Positive Futures
This information brief provides an example of how one locally-initiated program has implemented the Peer Support Specialist role for youth and young adults with serious mental health conditions. The brief covers aspects of training, coaching, supervision, role definition and financing; and describes challenges and solutions.
Research and Training Center for Pathways to Positive Futures. Portland State University, RRI, 1600 SW 4th Avenue Suite 900, Portland, OR 97201. Tel: 503-725-4040; Fax: 503-725-4180; e-mail: rtcpubs@pdx.edu. Web site: https://www.pathwaysrtc.pdx.edu/
Publication Type: Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: N/A
Audience: N/A
Language: English
Sponsor: National Institute on Disability and Rehabilitation Research (ED/OSERS); Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (DHHS/PHS), Center for Mental Health Services
Authoring Institution: Portland State University, Research and Training Center for Pathways to Positive Futures
Identifiers - Location: California
Grant or Contract Numbers: H133B090019