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Peer Support Specialist Latest 2024 Rated A+ supporting recovery is what the community and system does. co-occurring disorder a mental health and an addiction diagnosis peer specialists should have a good understanding of the impact of trauma in recovery Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care (MMIC) ADHS/ DBHS contracts with the RBHA throughout the state Arnold v. Sarn A class action suit was filed in 1981 against the state of Arizona alleging that the state and the county did not provide a comprehensive Mental Health system. dual relationship relationships in which a service provider has both a paid helping relationship with another individual and another kind of relationship as well. advocacy the act of speaking to and for another person or oneself. empathy the ability to understand, perceive and feel another persons feelings. sympathy to feel pity or sorrow unconditional positive regard acceptance and support of a person regardless of what the person says or does. person first language emphasizing the person rather than their symptoms. individual advocacy when one person who speaks on behalf of another person. self advocacy when one person communicates their needs or desires to others. system advocacy about changing rules, policies or laws that influences how people live their lives. stigma when someone judges you based on a single personal trait. facilitating recovery is what the behavioral health professionals do. recovery is what the consumer does hallucinations auditory or visual perceptions involve other senses: feel, taste or smell, manageable with coping strategies. delusions beliefs that are firmly held despite contradictory evidence. negative symptoms the person has a lack of interest or pleasure active listening limit distractions to allow for focus on the speaker. stressor anything that makes one uncomfortable role model acting as an example cultural competence attaining knowledge, skills, and attitude to provide effective care to diverse populations. strength based approach using a strength as a source to assist a person to move toward their own recovery. break confidentiality the life of a member or another is at risk. teachable moments can occur when the member can't move forward in solving a problem or is stuck in a situation and doesn't know what to do. an effective way to bring about positive change within organization the PSS works in is to... share your story with co workers as well as clients. during a staff meeting, you might hear a staff member refer to a member as "crazy" and then laughs about it. should you do anything, and what? respectfully challenge the comment and use as a teachable moment. emotional intelligence thee ability to recognize your own and other's emotional states, influencing others by engaging them in a positive way, building upon personal strengths and self confidence. build trust placing confidence in another person. doing what we say we will do, taking action on what we say we will motivational interviewing collaborative and goal oriented and are not Counseling or Psychotherapy. A service recipient does not feel like her psych doctor is listening to her concerns. What can you offer to do to help? accompany the member to her next psych appt and assist them to advocate for themselves. practices that develop spirituality meditation, prayer, contemplation/ reflection sense of community gives a sense of belonging assertiveness the ability to directly communicate one's needs, wants, and opinions. ACE Autonomy collaboration, and evocation shared emotional connection sharing a bond, similar history, shared experience difficulty of concentration minimize distraction, summarize what you have heard, break tasks into manageable parts, taking frequent breaks. behavioral an action or reaction to the environment or to internal thoughts and emotions. cognitive problems concentration and attention What are the three main categories of symptoms related to mental health diagnoses? cognitive, affective, behavioral Affective problems problems that are assocaited with mood and feelings include anxiety, depression, anger, and sleeping difficulties. Positive symptoms are attributes that only presented after the onset of the mental illness. include; delusions, hallucinations thought disorders and movement disorders. Alcohol withdrawal occurs when prolonged and heavy consumption of the substance is either significantly reduced or stopped suddenly. What are 2 common problems related to substance abuse? health and safety 3 traumatic events that can cause trauma emotional physical or sexual abuse in childhood, experiencing or witnessing violent crime, a situation where one person misuses power over another. Regarding trauma what is the most important message you can tell a person? Healing is possible learned helplessness someone who was exposed to experiences for a long periods of time Acute episode When symptoms are more severe and troubling mutual support group a group of individuals with a common experience symptoms of alcohol withdraws hand tremor elevated heart rate, psychomotor agitation, key to problem solving viewing the problem objectively individual Service Plan (ISP) goals and objectives individual strengths which contribute to individual success service plans document service and supports that will be provided to the individual The National Standards for Culturally and Linguistically Appropriate Services (CLAS) formed to help eliminate health care discrepancies Boundary violation happens when a person develops a social relationship with the member after service, accepts gifts from an individual receiving services, and has dual relationship with a member Promoting empowerment Strengthening informal and social networks and support systems. Americans Disability Act Prohibits discrimination against an individual with a disability When can disclosure occur before or during the hiring process after a job offer, but before starting a job and anytime after the beginning of the job What are 3 components of problem solving? Defining the problem, exploring alternative solutions, making plans to change Professional team member Maintain confidential information received in verbal communication with staff, through disclosure, and documentation Empowerment central to recovery and resilience (HIPPA) Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act A federal law which ensures privacy and confidentiality for persons receiving healthcare services. Confidentiality the main ingredient in the field of health and human services throughout healthcare agencies. Is intent to harm a mandatory reporting situation? yes In a group setting the facilitator should encourage the members to give each other advice. false Mandatory Reporting Intent to harm, Child abuse or neglect, abuse or neglect of a vulnerable adult, and unprofessional conduct or inability to practice by a health care practitioner. psychosis is a state defined by a loss of contact with reality. What is it called when a PST has a personal and professional relationship with someone? Dual Relationship