Act With Hope: Clinical Care 

Peer recovery support services are evidence informed and complementary to treatment for substance use challenges. When integrated effectively, peer recovery support specialists (PRSSs) contribute to improved clinical outcomes and greater client engagement. This webinar will explore best practices for creating collaborative, validating partnerships between PRSSs and clinical teams. 

Learning Objectives: 

• Identify best practices for fostering effective, validating partnerships between PRSSs and clinical staff. 
• Learn to supervise PRSSs and ensure they receive appropriate guidance that does not compromise their peer-based approach. 
• Recognize the value of peer support in enhancing patient engagement, treatment retention and overall recovery outcomes. 

Speakers:  

• Dwayne Dean, RCPF, CPRS, RPS, ICPR, Founder, Peer Recovery Training and Support Services 
• Tammy Stewart, MEd, LCPC, Chief Clinical Officer, Sinnissippi Centers, Inc. 
• Terence Fitzgerald, PhD, EdM, MSW, Consultant, National Council for Mental Wellbeing (moderator) 

 This webinar is part of a four-part webinar series: Act With Hope: Peer Engagement Series.