Webinar Series for Ohio: Onboarding & Ongoing Peer Supporter Supervision

Program Information

This activity meets May 21, 2024, and June 18, 2024, from 12pm-1pm ET.

This webinar series aims to connect supervisors of Certified Peer Supporters with experienced mentors. It equips supervisors with the skills needed to create a supportive organizational environment for peers in the workplace, while also providing mentorship opportunities specifically for peer supporters. The first webinar in this 2-part series will go into depth about how to mentor peer supporters in routine check-ins to maximize their assets and address challenges to develop PRSs' skills in the workplace. The second webinar will cover how organizations should adapt to incorporate the peer suppporter role through advocacy, training, and upskilling.

Offered in partnership with the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services, this webinar series is free for Peer Supporter Supervisors in Ohio. The faculty leading these sessions are experienced peer recovery supporter supervisors, offering invaluable insights and guidance. Join us for an engaging 45-minute presentation followed by a 15-minute Q&A session, scheduled from 12-1pm on Tuesday, May 21st and Tuesday, June 18th.

Acknowledgement of Support

Webinar Series for Ohio: Onboarding & Ongoing Peer Supporter Supervision is offered in collaboration with the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services and is offered as part of the HRSA's Rural Communities Opioid Response Program to improve rural health outcomes.

This project is supported by the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of an award totaling $300,000 with 0% financed with non-governmental sources. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by HRSA, HHS, or the U.S. Government. For more information, please visit HRSA.gov.

Target Audience

This activity is designed for supervisors of Certified Peer Supporters in Ohio. Supervisors with varying credentials and roles are welcome including:

Certified Peer Supporters*
Members of the clinical team such as clinical social workers, physicians, and nurses, among others**

*Continuing education (CE) units will be provided to participating Certified Peer Recovery Supporters, Youth Peer Supporters, and Family Peer Supporters in compliance with Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services recertification requirements.

**CME and CE credits will be provided for physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurses, and clinical social workers, among others, by Moses/Weitzman Health System, an accredited provider through Joint Accreditation for Interprofessional Continuing Education.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this activity, participants should be able to do the following:

Enhance mentoring strategies to advance the Peer Recovery Supporter's individual strengths to maximize potential and better navigate workplace challenges.
Support Peer Recovery Supporters skills development in effective documentation, trauma informed care, communication, time management and boundary setting to reduce burnout.
Adapt the organizational environment to ensure the organization is ready to support and incorporate the Peer Recovery Supporter role,
Articulate the responsibilities and the value of the Peer Recovery Supporter to advocate for the role to colleagues throughout the work environment.

FAQs

How much does it cost to participate? Enrollment is now open at no cost.

How do I register? Please create an account in the Weitzman Education Platform, then log in. Then, register for this program by clicking on the "Register" tab at the top right of this page. To register, you must use the code provided to you in the promotional program materials. If you do not have the access code to register and are in Ohio, please contact Coralie Arango, Education Specialist, at arangoc@mwhs1.com to receive the code.

How do I join the webinar live sessions? Do I need any special equipment? Weitzman webinar sessions are held virtually using the Weitzman Education Platform and Zoom Video Conferencing. Access is available on any computer with an internet connection. For instructions on how to join the live session, follow these Step-by-step instructions: Entering a Live Session.

How do I claim credit and download my CE certificate? After the live session is completed, the session evaluation will be available right on the platform. Once you complete the session evaluation, you will be able to claim your credits and download your certificate.

For additional questions about this ECHO program, please contact Coralie Arango, Education Specialist, at arangoc@mwhs1.com.

Activity summary

Available credit:

2.00 AAPA Category I CME
Through Joint Accreditation, Moses/Weitzman Health Center, Inc./Weitzman Institute is able to provide American Academy of PAs (AAPA) credit to physician assistants at its activities. Participants should only claim commensurate credit with the extent of their participation in the activity.
2.00 ACE/ASWB
Through Joint Accreditation Moses/Weitzman Health Center, Inc./Weitzman Institute is able to provide Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB) credit to social workers at its activities.
2.00 ACPE
Through Joint Accreditation, Moses/Weitzman Health Center, Inc./Weitzman Institute is able to provide Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE) credit to pharmacists at its activities.
2.00 ADA CERP
Through Joint Accreditation, Moses/Weitzman Health Center, Inc./Weitzman Institute is an ADA CERP Recognized Provider. ADA CERP is a service of the American Dental Association to assist dental professionals in identifying quality providers of continuing dental education. ADA CERP does not approve or endorse individual courses or instructors, nor does it imply acceptance of credit hours by boards of dentistry. Concerns or complaints about a CE provider may be directed to the provider or to the Commission for Continuing Education Provider Recognition at ADA.org/CERP.
2.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
Through Joint Accreditation, Moses/Weitzman Health Center, Inc./Weitzman Institute is able to provide AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ to physicians at its activities via Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME).
2.00 ANCC
Through Joint Accreditation, Moses/Weitzman Health Center, Inc./Weitzman Institute is able to provide American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) nursing credit to nurses at its activities.
2.00 APA
Through Joint Accreditation, Moses/Weitzman Health Center, Inc./Weitzman Institute is able to provide American Psychological Association (APA) credit to psychologists at its activities.
2.00 CDR
Through Joint Accreditation, Moses/Weitzman Health Center, Inc./Weitzman Institute is able to provide CDR credits to registered dieticians at its activities.
2.00 Participation Hour(s)
You are able to download an unaccredited Participation Certificate for your records if you are not able to use any of the credit types provided for this activity or if this activity does not offer accredited CME/CE credits.

Activity opens:

05/01/2024

Activity expires:

07/05/2024

Schedule for Webinar Series

May 21, 2024 from 12pm-1pm: Evolving the Relationship in Supportive Peer Supporter Supervision (Part 1)
June 18, 2024 from 12pm-1pm: Evolving Organizational Culture on Peer Supporter Programming (Part 2)

Faculty

Jody Bell, CPRS, CDCA is an Ohio Peer Recovery Supporter, Peer Educator, and Peer Advocate and has dedicated herself to advocating for the support and empowerment of individuals challenged with Substance Use Disorder and Mental Illness in various Recovery Oriented Systems Of Care for over 20 years. Jody served 16 years for NAMI Ohio Peer-To-Peer Curriculum State Trainer, OhioMHAS Peer Recovery Supporter Certification and Co-Facilitator. Jody participated on the Integrated Care Technical Assistance and Consultation Team (TACT) as the Peer Recovery Supporter Consultant and Trainer for Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED) Best Practices In Schizophrenia Treatment (BeST Center), creating opportunities for pre-work force professionals (Project ECHO ) and their counterparts to work together using guiding principles for interprofessional team-based models. She also has her own private practice at OhioMHAS Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare as the Peer Recovery Supporter/Educator since 2017. Jody has received achievement awards from NAMI Greater Cleveland the Eugene Bruno Memorial Organizational Award for Peer Support Services for the Year in 2011, ADAMHS Board of Cuyahoga County Peer Advocate & Support Award in 2010, ADAMHS Board Annual Meeting Consumer/Client Involvement Award in 2009, and the Roads to Recovery Plenary Presenter in 2009.

Samantha Jackson, LPCC-S, is a Licensed Therapist and Ohio Peer Support Supervisor devoted to empowering individuals navigating mental health and substance use recovery. With degrees in Psychology and Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Samantha champions innovative solutions in behavioral health. She played a pivotal role in establishing Akron’s first residential treatment facility for Women with Children and presently serves as the Director of Adult Intensive and Supportive Services at Ravenwood Health. Samantha's initiatives, including Peer Support Services and Recovery Housing, reflect her commitment to fostering inclusive and impactful support systems. Samantha's recent endeavor at Ravenwood, the John Murray Clubhouse, further elevates resources and inclusion for individuals on their recovery journey. Additionally, Samantha provides therapy to youth and adults at Hope and Wellness, enriching her comprehensive approach to client care. Samantha's leadership and compassion exemplify her dedication to improving behavioral health outcomes for all.

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