Forensic Peer Specialist Tools
The Forensic Peer Specialist works collaboratively with clinicians, legal professionals, and community resources to empower peers, reduce recidivism, and support successful reintegration into society.
Forensic Peer Specialist Tools
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Forensic Peer Specialist.doc
The Forensic Peer Specialist within the District of Columbia Department of Behavioral Health plays a vital role in supporting individuals involved with the criminal justice system who are also experiencing behavioral health challenges. This specialist draws on their own lived experience to provide guidance, advocacy, and mentorship to peers, helping them navigate legal processes and access essential mental health and substance use services.
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Principles of Peer Support.doc
Forensic Peer Specialists are individuals with lived experience in both the behavioral health and criminal justice systems who provide support, mentorship, and advocacy to others navigating similar challenges. Their work is grounded in the core principles of peer support, which emphasize mutual respect, shared responsibility, and the belief in each person’s ability to recover and make positive life changes.
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Trauma-Informed Care Principles.doc
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Active Listening and Motivational Interviewing.doc
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