Florida Certification Board Certified Recovery Peer Specialist Exam

Recovery Capital Internal assets and external assets that help a person be successful in their recovery Internal Assets Qualities, characteristics and skills possessed by the person in recovery. Part of recovery capital. External Assets Resources outside of the individual. Part of recovery capital Personal Recovery Capital includes: 1. Physical 2. Human Peer Advocacy When a peer support specialist takes action on behalf of a client or population of clients Self-Advocacy When a client or peer support specialist takes action on their own behalf Mentoring Supporting and encouraging people to manage their own lives so that they can maximize their potential, develop their skills. It is a powerful relationship that fosters personal development and empowerment. Mentoring is a voluntary relationship based upon mutual trust and respect. Resilience The ability to bounce back or cope in the face of adversity Sense of Purpose A belief that life is important and has meaning Role playing is a technique that: Can help boost confidence and encourage peers to stretch their comfort zones in relationship building The Baker Act governs the: Treatment of mental health clients in Florida The Marchman Act governs the: Treatment of substance abuse clients in Florida What are the Eight Dimensions of Wellness? 1. Emotional 2. Financial 3. Social 4. Spiritual 5. Occupationa