Supervision of Peer Based Recovery Support Services involves overseeing programs that utilize individuals with lived experience of addiction and recovery to assist others on their recovery journey. This type of supervision focuses on ensuring that peer support specialists are effectively trained, supported, and guided to provide compassionate and relevant assistance to those they help. Key aspects of supervision include regular training sessions, performance evaluations, emotional support, and fostering a collaborative environment where peer specialists can share experiences and strategies. Additionally, supervisors must ensure that ethical standards are maintained and that the services provided are aligned with best practices in recovery support. Emphasizing the importance of self-care for peer support specialists is also vital, as it promotes sustainability and effectiveness in their roles.

Learning Objectives:

• Role of peer support specialists
• Navigating self-disclosure
• Boundaries, and ethics for peer support specialists
• Integration of peer support within multidisciplinary teams
• Effective supervision skills for peer support supervisors
• Supporting professional and growth development opportunities for peer support specialists