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Peer-Delivered Services
The Addictions and Mental Health Services Division (AMH) recognizes the indisputable value of peer-delivered services in transforming a mental health service delivery system that is based on the recovery model. AMH will work with consumers/survivors and stakeholders to develop strategies to increase the use and availability of peer-delivered services. The largest funding source for community-based mental health services in Oregon is Medicaid.
Integrated Services and Supports Rule (ISSR)
Find out how peer-delivered services are defined and what services are required  under the AMH administrative rule.
Definitions
- "Peer Delivered Services" means an array of agency or community-based services and supports provided by peers, and peer support specialists, to individuals or family members with similar lived experience, that are designed to support the needs of individuals and families as applicable.
- "Peer Support Specialist" means a person providing peer delivered services to an individual or family member with similar life experience, under the supervision of a qualified Clinical Supervisor. A Peer Support Specialist must complete an AMH approved training program and be:
- (a) A self-identified person currently or formerly receiving mental health services; or
- (b) A self-identified person in recovery from a substance use disorder, who meets the abstinence requirements for recovering staff in alcohol and other drug treatment programs; or
- (c) A family member of an individual who is a current or former recipient of addictions or mental health services.
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- Service Conclusion, Transfer, and Continuity of Care
- (2) Service Conclusion Process and Continuity of Care: Prior to service conclusion, providers must:
- (b) Coordinate recovery and ongoing support services for individuals and their families including identifying resources and facilitating linkage to other service systems necessary to sustain recovery, including peer delivered services.
PDS Strategic Planning Initiative
Peer-Delivered Services Initiative Description
AMH believes that developing, funding and supporting Peer-Delivered Services (PDS) follows a national trend that is proving to be a key component of a successful service delivery system and an important addition to the health care workforce. AMH recognizes the indisputable value of PDS in transforming the mental health and addiction service delivery system that is based on a recovery model.
AMH will work with service population stakeholder groups to develop strategies to increase the use and availability of PDS. The focused investment in this initiative is an investment in the future, an investment in the workforce, and an investment that will demonstrate significant results in transforming and redesigning the service delivery system in the development of new policies, procedures, and partnerships within the state and across the nation.
Oregon Peer-Delivered Services News (AMH Newsletter)
AMH-Approved Peer-Delivered Services Training
Basic Information
Adult Mental Health
- "Age Wise, Age Well" is a peer support program run by volunteers, financed by a grant from the Rogue Valley Counsel of Governments, with additional financial support from Jackson County Mental Health. The program is managed by Jackson County Mental Health. It is a resource provided free of charge for seniors 55 and older, offering emotional support through weekly visits in their home. For more information contact: Brent Poulton, Jackson County Mental Health, at (541) 774-7958.
- "Crystal Dimensions, Incorporated" is a peer run non profit that has designed and implemented a training that integrates the values of the new Oregon core curriculum for Peer-Delivered Services with a comprehensive approach to environmental mental health, peer supports, and sustainable wellness. The training features an emphasis on trauma informed care, peer connection, and the complementary innovations of peer values under a Medicaid service standard. Inquiries are welcome. The training is available to anyone or any organization in Oregon or interested organizations in other states or countries. The contact information-Crystal Dimensions, Post Box 492 or 228 Main Street, Springfield OR 97477. Office phone: 541-341-4928; Questions about the training and curriculum: 541-606-635; schedule a training: 541-653-2276. For more information visit the Crystal Dimensions Web page at http://www.crystal-dimensions.org or email info.crystaldimensions@gmail.com.
- "Intentional Peer Support (IPS)" involves the interactions between two or more people who share a particular life circumstance. Currently in mental health, there is a focus on peer support as a way to inspire hope and recovery for people who identify as having mental health difficulties. It assumes that we have a natural trust and much to learn from each other from our shared experiences. IPS takes a slightly larger view and operates with some specific tasks. These tasks provide a framework for us to mutually explore new ways of (1) Looking at our own situation/beliefs, etc., (2) Discovering some of our relational patterns, and (3) Using the IPS relationship to try out new ways of thinking and acting. In other words, we focus our attention on the growth of the relationship rather than on the growth of the individual. For more information/training in this practice, contact the Cascade Peer and Self-Help Center at cpashc@gmail.com, Anona Piper, or Community Counseling Solutions for IPS with Warmline call center start-ups, Angel Moore, at chooserecovery@yahoo.com
"OSH PEERS (Oregon State Hospital, Peer Education Enhancing Recovery Support)" This training consists of the following elements: communication, education, ethics, knowing the law, and resources. If you need additional information, contact Rick Snook or Rebecca Edens at Rick.a.snook@state.or.us or rebecca.a.edens@state.or.us "Peer Specialist Curriculum," provided by Lutheran Community Services trains, in a 12-week class with a focus on an overview of the mental health system, listening skills, developing a recovery plan, finding community support and keeping boundaries in peer service relationships. For more information, contact Gabriel Shannon at 503-231-7480, extension 664, or email: gshannon@lcsnw.org - "Peer Support Specialist and Wellness Training" submitted by Project ABLE, Inc. This curriculum was created through nine years of trainings and continuous participant feedback. Using consumer voice has been instrumental in the design and implementation of programs that provide support to individuals who utilize adult mental health services. Project ABLE offers a variety of trainings focusing on skills such as: facilitation, medication empowerment, leadership, crisis peer support, employment support, as well as recovery concepts and peer wellness coaching. In addition Project ABLE offers an array of consultation and technical assistance services to providers and other non-profit organizations. For additional information: visit projectableoregon.org or contact Nancy Snider/ Rebecca Eichhorn @ 503-363-3260.
- "Peer Wellness Specialist Training," submitted by Benton County Health Services. Visit their Web site for more information, or contact Meghan Caughey, Peer Wellness Coordinator at 541-766-6107 or email meghan.caughey@co.benton.or.us
- "Entre Dos Mundos Support Group Program" – The Entre Dos Mundos Support Group Peer Delivered Services training program is designed to train graduates of our 10-week multi-family support group in the skills of group facilitation. Both the training and the EDM groups are conducted in Spanish and is aimed at reducing acculturative stress for Latino immigrant families and supporting biculturalism as a healthy adaptation to these stressors. The training program consists of 16 hours of didactic training, followed by 30 hours of group Co-facilitation including preparation and debriefing and 10 hours of supervision. This program is a partnership between the Center for Family Development and the Amigos Multicultural Services Center. For more information, contact Shanti Rios, Program Manager (srios@c-f-d.org) or Patricia Cortez MSW, Program Coordinator, at Center for Family Development in Eugene, Oregon. Phone number is 541-342-8437.
Children and Family Mental Health
- "Introduction to Family Navigator Program," an Oregon Family Support Network (OFSN) curriculum, focuses on person to person support for families of children and young adults with mental illness and/or substance use disorders and/or other behavioral challenges. Family Navigators also need to have an understanding of adult service and support systems in order to meet the needs of adult family members and young adults. For more information, please contact Kris Anderson, OFSN at PO Box 324 Marylhurst, OR 97036, 503-675-2294 (state office)
"The Basics" (for family members and young adults): Persons interested in becoming Peer Support Providers are expected to have experience and well-developed skills and knowledge regarding the mental health care system, person-centered planning, and the youth and family involvement movements that have arisen from Systems of Care. Prospective Peer Support Providers shall demonstrate their prior knowledge, understanding, and skills through a questionnaire and interview prior to attending the Peer-Delivered Services: The Basics training, a 32 hour training. Peer Support Providers will be hired within a community as an employee of a community mental health program, service providers, school, etc., or an employee of the Oregon Family Support Network or Youth MOVE Oregon. For more information contact: Kris Anderson, 503.709.1366, kris.anderson@ofsn.org "Entre Dos Mundos Support Group Peer Delivered Services" – The Entre Dos Mundos Support Group Peer Delivered Services training program is designed to train graduates of our 10-week multi-family support group in the skills of group facilitation. Both the training and the EDM groups are conducted in Spanish and is aimed at reducing acculturative stress for Latino immigrant families and supporting biculturalism as a healthy adaptation to these stressors. The training program consists of 16 hours of didactic training, followed by 30 hours of group Co-facilitation including preparation and debriefing and 10 hours of supervision. For more information contact Shanti Rios, Program Manager ( srios@c-f-d.org) or Patricia Cortez MSW, Program Coordinator, at Center for Family Development in Eugene, Oregon. 541-342-8437
"Each One, Teach One Recovery Support Curriculum" submitted by Miracles Recovery Support Services. In this training you will gain education in the disease concepts of addiction, the different pathways to recovery, how to access culturally appropriate resources, crisis intervention, mandatory reporting, stages of change, strength based client motivation, as well as the importance of acquiring active listening, and problem solving skills. This training will provide information on how PDS can be a valued extension to treatment agencies, correctional institutions, the child welfare department and any other agency dedicated to the enhancement of continuous recovery. For more information, contact Dionne Preston at 971-227-6497 or miracles4069@yahoo.com "Above the Influences Mentoring Program" provides education on the A/D and mental health, criminal justice and court systems and community resources. Additionally, it provides skills related to crisis intervention, communication and listening, problem-solving, relationship building, ethics and boundaries, laws and rights and general resources. For more information on this program, contact Julie Hargraves, MSW, CADCII at 541-892-7836 or jhargraves@cowcreek.com. "Parent Mentor Program, Training Curriculum," submitted by Parents Anonymous of Oregon and Morrison Center. Parents Anonymous of Oregon, and Morrison Child and Family Services Program, implemented a Peer to Peer Mentoring program over six years ago for Child Welfare involved clients because of substance abuse who had children removed from their care because of their addiction. Mentors all had similar life experiences and have the unique ability to engage and support parents throughout the life of their child welfare case while parents work towards reunification with their children and achieving sobriety. For more information on this training, contact Emily Root and Ruth Taylor, Parent Mentor Program at Ruth.taylor@Morrisonkids.org or Emily.root@Morrisonkids.org. "Peer Delivered Services Training" submitted by ADAPT. Persons interested in providing Peer Delivered Services will receive training and skill practice opportunities to assist them in understanding various peer delivered services and the skills necessary to perform them. Skills include, but are not limited to: active listening, ethics, boundaries, cultural competency, basic addiction pharmacology, laws and regulations pertinent to the successful performance of peer delivered services. For more information, contact Pauline Martel at 541-672-2691 or paulinem@adapt-or.org "Recovery Coach Training Program" submitted by Central City Concerns (CCC). Central City Concern (CCC) recognizes the importance of Peer Recovery Support Services in a Recovery Orientated System of Care (ROSC). CCC will implement Peer Support Service (PSS) that is person-centered with a recovery focus to enhance an already established, comprehensive, menu of services currently offered through treatment. PSS will be integrated into all phases of treatment assisting in the navigation of the therapeutic network of addiction and/or mental health services offered by CCC or other community stakeholders. PSS will assist clients in making supported choices in treatment and accessing resources within the community. Individuals with personal experiences of recovery will provide these valuable services. Peers have developed skills and possess a unique understanding of addiction and recovery that are particularly important in helping other peers cope with the recovery process. Recovery Management for people who have exited treatment services will be provided through telephone contact, e-mail or meetings. For more information, contact Sarah Goforth at 503-516-1629 or Sarah.goforth@ccconcern.org.
"Relief Nursery, Inc., Accessing Success" was created in 1991 in response to parent feedback requesting help in the recovery process. It provides support and encouragement throughout all phases of recovery including help seeking treatment, remaining in treatment and insuring successful recovery following treatment. Activities include: Parents for recovery support group, alcohol and drug-free social activities, one-on-one support by peer support specialists and connection to other Relief Nursery Services. For more information, contact Ray Brown at 541-343-9706 or raybr@reliefnursery.org "Willamette Family Treatment Services Peer Support Service Model" - Willamette Family, Inc. (WF) recognizes the importance of Peer Recovery Support Services in a Recovery Oriented System of Care (ROSC). WF implements Peer Support Services (PSS) that is person-centered with a recovery focus to enhance an already established, comprehensive, menu of services currently offered at WF. PSS will be integrated into all phases of treatment assisting in the navigation of the therapeutic network of addiction and/or mental health services. PSS will be provided by Specialists, either paid staff or volunteers who are in recovery to promote hope, personal responsibility, empowerment, and self-determination in those they serve. Program contact: Eva Williams (541) 343-2993 WFTS Web site: www.wfts.org "Entre Dos Mundos Support Group Peer Delivered Services" – The Entre Dos Mundos Support Group Peer Delivered Services training program is designed to train graduates of our 10-week multi-family support group in the skills of group facilitation. Both the training and the EDM groups are conducted in Spanish and is aimed at reducing acculturative stress for Latino immigrant families and supporting biculturalism as a healthy adaptation to these stressors. The training program consists of 16 hours of didactic training, followed by 30 hours of group Co-facilitation including preparation and debriefing and 10 hours of supervision. For more information contact Shanti Rios, Program Manager ( srios@c-f-d.org) or Patricia Cortez MSW, Program Coordinator, at Center for Family Development in Eugene, Oregon. 541-342-8437
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