Description
Provides both national and state perspectives on the growth and use of Parent Peer Support Providers (PSSPs) across systems on the critical importance of establishing standards of training and support for implementation to ensure a qualified workforce. The information and strategies to be highlighted are based on the experience and work of national and statewide family organizations. Presenters will address topics including establishing standards in training, developing methods for engaging organizations in training, and providing ongoing support and professional development for those that have been trained. The unique challenges faced by supervisors of PPSPs will be described along with strategies for addressing these challenges with targeted supervisory training and ongoing support in their role. Presenters will demonstrate how these strategies can inform the efforts of state and community agencies as they implement parent peer support services.
