Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) Employment Credential
Certified Recovery Support Specialists (CRSS) are eligible to apply for the CRSS-Employment Endorsement (CRSS-E) which attests to their competency as a CRSS professional who also has specialized supported employment skills and training. The competencies of the CRSS-E are specific to the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) model and are outlined in detail in the Illinois Model for CRSS-Employment Endorsement (CRSS-E). IPS Supported Employment is an evidence-based practice that helps people with mental illnesses work at regular jobs of their choosing.
The CRSS-E is specifically developed for CRSS professionals who are competent in the CRSS-E domains and who possess enhanced abilities to assist individuals with mental health conditions in obtaining and maintaining competitive employment. The CRSS-E provides a process by which professionals can demonstrate competencies in providing IPS Supported Employment services.
The CRSS-E is specifically developed for CRSS professionals who are competent in the CRSS-E domains and who possess enhanced abilities to assist individuals with mental health conditions in obtaining and maintaining competitive employment. The CRSS-E provides a process by which professionals can demonstrate competencies in providing IPS Supported Employment services.
The minimum requirements for the CRSS-E
- CRSS in good standing with the Illinois Certification Board
- 1,000 hours (6 months) qualified work experience and/or internship*
- 25 hours supervised practical experience
- Successful completion of the Dartmouth IPS Supported Employment Practitioner Skills Training
*For work experience to meet the requirements for the CRSS-E, the applicant minimally must have primary responsibility for providing peer recovery support services specific to IPS employment supports for an individual and/or group of individuals with mental health conditions; contributing to treatment plans and documenting client progress; or provide peer recovery support services within an organization whose IPS program is highly integrated with its peer recovery program. Both paid and voluntary work experience qualify.
Interested in applying for the CRSS Employment Endorsement?
Download an application here.
Or, call the Illinois Certification Board to request an application at 217-698-8110.
Visit the IL Department of Human Services to learn more about CRSS/CPRS Competency Training.
Or, call the Illinois Certification Board to request an application at 217-698-8110.
Visit the IL Department of Human Services to learn more about CRSS/CPRS Competency Training.
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