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Core Competencies in for Peer Workers in Behavioral Health Services (SAMHSA)

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Audience: Clinical  

In 2015, SAMHSA led an effort to identify the critical knowledge, skills, and abilities (leading to Core Competencies) needed by anyone who provides peer support services to people with or in recovery from a mental health or substance use condition. SAMHSA in conjunction with subject matter experts conducted research to identify Core Competencies for peer workers in behavioral health.

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Date added: July 24, 2021