FREDLA Parent Peer Support Practice Model Supervisor Training - VIRTUAL

This training is for professionals that will be supervsing Ohio Certified Family Peer Supporters. This training is offered at NO COST for a limited time. Family peer support (FPS) is a unique workforce required to use their lived experience in a professional manner to support other families with children and youth with mental health challenges. The most effective way to recruit, retain, and support family peer supporters is the use of practice-based, effective strategies specific to their role.  Supervisors need knowledge of the principles and practices of family peer support in order to provide constructive support and optimum utilization of the family peer support role. 

Supervision is a key component in the success of Parent Peer Support Providers. Supervisors must employ a developmental approach that promotes the unique lived experience of the PPSP and encourages ongoing professional development. This curriculum addresses supervisory skills that will support the work of the…