On page 1, after line 2, of the Introduced bill, insert "
Section 1. That a NEW SECTION be added:
28-1-85. Peer support services program—Establishment.
The Department of Social Services shall establish a peer support services program to promote recovery for individuals with behavioral health disorders.
A provider of peer support services shall be licensed as a peer support specialist and shall have:
(1) Life experience and success in the recovery process; and
(2) The education and skills necessary to provide therapeutic support to persons with behavioral health disorders.
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On page 1, after line 2, of the Introduced bill, insert "
Section 2. That a NEW SECTION be added:
28-1-86. Peer support specialist—Scope of practice.
A licensed peer support specialist may provide non-clinical, person-centered support to persons with behavioral health disorders through:
(1) Face-to-face interactions that support a person achieving recovery, including:
(a) Serving as a role model for recovery and wellness;
(b) Sharing positive strategies for developing coping skills;
(c) Identifying ways to achieve personal recovery goals;
(d) Promoting self-advocacy; and
(e) Assisting in the identification of personal strengths and appropriate services;
(2) Peer-to-peer group facilitation using evidence-based practices; and
(3) Mentoring activities that include providing:
(a) A linkage to community resources; and
(b) Support for day-to-day problem solving efforts.
The type and intensity of services provided must be determined on a person-by-person basis, taking into account the acuity of the situation for the person receiving services and the experience of the peer support specialist.
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On page 1, line 4, of the Introduced bill, after "added:" insert "28-1-87. "
On page 1, line 5, of the Introduced bill, after "shall " delete "establish a program to provide peer support services."
On page 1, line 7, of the Introduced bill, after "services." delete "The department shall "
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(1)" delete "Define the scope of practice applicable to a peer support specialist;"
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