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A newsletter of the Washington State Health Care Authority Office of Recovery Support. |
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This newsletter will offer resources, share information about the peer movement in Washington State (and maybe across the country!), and keep you informed on peer-related news and opportunities for education and career advancement.
This newsletter will also highlight peers, peer-run organizations, and share the hope that there should never be anything about us, without us!
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Get to know HCA's peer team!
So, you think you’re ready to move to the next level as a certified peer counselor (CPC)? That’s wonderful news!
HCA is working steadily on growing the cadre of approved CPC trainers across Washington State. CPC trainers educate other peers looking to become certified.
Here is the step-by-step process:
- You must meet the qualifications:
- You must be a certified peer specialist (who has tested and been certified in Washington State).
- You must have at least 12 months of direct peer service with participants.
- All CPC trainers must by pre-approved by HCA. You can do this by filling out the trainer registry form.
- You must find a training mentor, and complete the trainee notification form.
- You and your mentor set goals, needs, and assess your ongoing progress. This process is guided by your mentor/trainee relationship.
- Once you and your mentor have accomplished your set goals, you are ready to complete the formal process.
Please reach out to Amanda Polley with any questions.
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Free Mental Health Institute
The Mental Health Institute trains and expands the knowledge base of the behavioral health workforce to increase equity and inclusion for underserved populations in Washington state.
- Sessions are offered from October 3 through December 5
CODtx Conference
The Co-Occurring Disorders and Treatment Conference aims to share information about innovative therapeutic techniques, skills, programs, practices, and policies that offer a relevant and enjoyable learning experience.
Peers Empower Peers (PEP) Conference
The PEP conference brings folks together to share their passion for recovery and to build lasting connections.
October's monthly events
Peer Support Monthly Blend
This month's webinar will cover the implementation and impacts of peer support in juvenile rehabilitation settings.
- Thursday, October 6
- 9 to 10 a.m.
Foundational Community Supports (FCS) Supportive Housing
Buried in Treasures Chapter-by-Chapter 2022 is a monthly learning community focused on supporting people with hoarding behaviors and excessive clutter. October's session will cover chapter 11.
- Tuesday, October 25
- 9:30 to 11 a.m.
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Operationalizing Peer Support
- Tuesday, October 18
- 9 to 10 a.m.
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FCS Supported Employment
- Thursday, October 20
- 8:30 to 10 a.m.
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Peers trained since July 1, 2021: 885
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Peers certified since July 1, 2021: 796
The Office of Recovery Partnerships (ORP) seeks to assist the behavioral health lived experience community by advocating for the creation of relevant, meaningful, culturally-honoring, community-driven opportunities of wellness.
ORP serves as a conduit for those who have lived experience with behavioral health challenges to shape, inform, and transform behavioral health systems in Washington State.
Our mission is to promote hope, resilience, and recovery for all peoples. We believe that recovery is attainable for all when systems fully respond to the needs and directives of those it serves. This is made possible by imbedding their VOICES and CHOICES in all aspects of whole person wellness.
Areas of focus:
- Facilitating a statewide Black, Native American/Indigenous, and Hispanic survey for behavioral health accessibility and resource knowledge, which will include community share back/listening sessions.
- Funding of WA SPEAKS, a statewide behavioral health lived experience speaker’s forum and public speaking training opportunity.
- Funding of UPLIFT, recovery advocacy trainings, and Voices of Recovery Summit.
- Assembling of the Office of Recovery Partnerships Community Steering Committee.
- Launching of the peer integration success pilot series and so much more.
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Washington State Department of Commerce is administering a limited program for eligible homeless service workers in Washington to receive a stipend of up to $4,000.
Learn more information about the stipend, eligibility, and how to apply on the Homeless Worker Stipend website.
Do you know a CPC or peer-run organization who you think deserves a little extra kudos? We want to highlight them in an upcoming newsletter!
Please email Amanda as much information as possible:
- Name of person/organization
- Their location
- Why are you highlighting them?
- Their picture (optional)
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Would you like to have more of an impact on what you see in the Peer-to-Peer newsletter? Your voice is important!
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