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Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) Competency Training 


Periodically, the Illinois Department of Human Services/Division of Mental Health hosts Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) Competency Training. This training is offered as three, one-day trainings that are conducted over the course of three months.  
 
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
  • Individuals who have the CRSS credential and wish to increase their skills
  • Individuals interested in pursuing the CRSS credential
  • Supervisors of CRSS and other staff in peer roles  

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN AND PRACTICE:
  • Practice modeling, supporting, and empowering (three steps to self-advocacy) (Day 1)
  • Practice “doing with” rather than “doing for” (Day 1)
  • Practice supporting an individual in moving toward change (Day 2)
  • Better understand the changing healthcare environment in which we are currently working (Day 2)
  • Identify effective problem-solving tools to utilize when dual/complex relationships are unavoidable. (Day 3)
  • Identify effective methods for self-care when dealing with burnout, compassion fatigue, or vicarious trauma. (Day 3)​
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