How do I become a certified recovery specialist?

How do I become a certified recovery specialist?

In order to qualify for certification as a CRSS, students must have at least a high school diploma, GED or equivalent and must also have 1000 hours of formal work or volunteer experience in a field related to addictions.

What is RSS certification?

Advocacy Unlimited’s Recovery Support Specialist Training & Certification is an 80-hour advanced training and certification course for persons who experience mental health challenges. The RSS certification is required for many of these positions, and preferred for all.

How do I become a recovery coach in CT?

The CARC certification is open to anyone interested in or committed to recovery coaching. The process of becoming a CARC will include completion of the CARC application process, meeting the CARC certification standards and passing the CARC written exam.

What does RSS stand for in recovery?

Recovery Support Services (RSS)

How do I become a peer support specialist in CT?

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  3. 25 hours of supervision specific to the domains, provided by an.
  4. 500 hours of volunteer and/or paid work experience specific to.
  5. 10 hours of continuing education specific to peer recovery,
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How do you become an addiction coach?

To become a recovery coach, you need a high school diploma or GED certificate and work or volunteer experience in the recovery support field, such as in peer recovery. Complete professional training courses to develop your recovery coach skills. Earn a state certification or license to boost your resume.

What does a certified peer specialist do?

A Peer Support Specialist is a person who has walked the path of recovery from mental illness and is employed to assist others in their journeys of recovery. Peers promote hope through positive self-disclosure, demonstrating that recovery is possible.

Why give to advocacy unlimited?

Please consider supporting our initiatives with a gift. Advocacy Unlimited programs help people recover, achieve wellness, and integrate consumers of mental health and addiction services into community life.

What is AU as a peer-run organization?

As a peer-run organization, we use our direct lived experience as recipients of mental health and addiction services to approach our work. Coupled with our education and training, AU informs policy and practice to ensure that all people achieve a self-defined purpose.

What is a hearing voices network group?

Learn More CT Hearing Voices Network Groups are based firmly on a belief in self-help, mutual respect and understanding. They provide a safe space for people to share their experiences of voices, visions, unusual sensory perceptions, and to support one another. Learn More Need Help?

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