The experience with the criminal justice system can impact an individual’s life in many ways and it is best understood by individuals who have similar lived experience.
Mental Illness Is Not a Crime: Let’s Use The Justice System To Help Not Hinder Them
Peers may support individuals by linking to services that address behavioral health needs and preventing further involvement in the criminal justice systems, easing reentry into their community after incarceration.
Peer Services for Justice Involved Specialization Training provides additional training that builds on the knowledge, skills, and abilities of Certified Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialists through:
- Self-reflection
- Skill building
- Practice sessions
- Guided group exploration
Peer Driven – Peer Led
As an Approved Vendor, Painted Brain knows the importance of education. PB’s 40-hour cohort-style training covers the 12 Core Competencies required for Specialization in Peer Services for Justice Involved, including:
- Engagement Skills and Interventions
- Cultural Responsiveness
- Professional Boundaries and Ethics
- Community Reintegration Support, Recidivism Risk Factors
- and more.
Format:Â Live interactive online cohort style instruction
Tuition: $950
Unfortunately, no grant-funded scholarships are available at this time, but we welcome self-payment and employer sponsorship.
If you or your organization’s peers are interested in participating, now is the time to act! Our training offers a unique opportunity to deepen your skills and create real impact within the justice-involved community.
