By Joanne Forbes, PhD, CPRP, Author, Consultant, Founding Board Member Baltic Street Wellness Solutions
The article emphasizes the importance of developing a clear and detailed job description for supervisors of Peer Specialists/Advocates (PS/As), particularly in organizations new to peer support services. It outlines key considerations, such as understanding the role of PS/As, the qualifications and responsibilities of supervisors, and the use of the Five Critical Functions of Supervision model to guide the creation of a comprehensive job description that supports effective, recovery-oriented supervision.
