This is a recording of an interactive presentation and discussion about effective supervision and support for the youth-peer and parent-peer workforce. Presenters shared models of supervision, best practices in supervisory approaches, and strategies to use when youth peer support providers and parent peer support providers are working with the same families. Participants received tools and templates used in the field, as well as additional helpful resources. LEARNING OBJECTIVES Learn about the scope of activities and roles for this unique workforce of youth and parent peer support providers.Gain a greater understanding of best practices in supervising youth and parent peer support providers, including effective supervisor approaches and coaching structures.Learn strategies from the field on how youth and parent peer support providers can work together to honor both the youth and parent voices within the family unit. … [Read more...] about Supervision and Support of Youth and Parent Peer Support Providers – Best Practices and Lessons from the Field
Peer Support
The Power of Peer Support in the Juvenile Justice System: From Incarceration to Inspiration
According to the Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency and Prevention, 70% of youth in the juvenile justice system have an undiagnosed mental health need. Because of stigma, most young people will choose not to disclose their mental health need. This recorded webinar featured three experts--certified peer counselors--who have served young people and their families within the juvenile justice system. These peers will empower viewers to empower those who work with young people, promoting leadership and awareness to break the stigma on those who have touched the system. … [Read more...] about The Power of Peer Support in the Juvenile Justice System: From Incarceration to Inspiration
Peer Support Supervisor Affinity Group
This recorded virtual community session was held for individuals who supervise Youth and Parent Peer Support Provider roles within the behavioral health workforce. Among topics discussed were: best practices and trends in Peer Support supervision, problem-solving around common barriers, and sharing experiences and building a network of peers that values peer support and the growth of peer support programs for youth and families. … [Read more...] about Peer Support Supervisor Affinity Group
5 Things Digest: Youth & Young Adults Transformation Team (Jun 2021)
The NTTAC Youth & Young Adult Transformation Team brings 5 Things to know and resources about changing practices and policies for treating youth and young adults with serious mental health conditions. Topics include obstacles and needs specific to adolescence, policy considerations (including advancing anti-racist measures), and the importance of peer-delivered services. … [Read more...] about 5 Things Digest: Youth & Young Adults Transformation Team (Jun 2021)
5 Things Digest: Community Wellness & Peer Supports Transformation Team (Jun 2021)
The NTTAC Community Wellness & Peer Supports Team brings 5 things to know and resources about effectively supporting and supervising youth and parent peer support providers. Topics include developmental and trauma-informed approaches to supervision, supporting those with lived experience, and championing youth and parent peer support providers as essential partners in promoting community wellness. … [Read more...] about 5 Things Digest: Community Wellness & Peer Supports Transformation Team (Jun 2021)