Note: Once the live event has passed, please allow two weeks for the recording and slide presentations to be posted.

Target Audience: This activity is designed for counselors, interprofessional teams, patients and family. This activity is accredited for CE credit for addiction counselors and peer professionals.

Webinar Description: Designed specifically for peer professionals and related helpers, this 90-minute webinar focuses on effective ways to support individuals engaged in treatment for opioid, stimulant, and other substance use disorders. Participants will explore the unique role of peer-based support, including how to build trust, encourage treatment engagement, reinforce recovery goals, and navigate boundaries while working alongside clinical providers. Attendees will explore negative biases and myths regarding individuals treated with medications for opioid use disorder. Practical tools and real-world scenarios will help attendees strengthen their skills in supporting sustained engagement and long-term recovery outcomes.

Educational Objectives:

• Participants will be able to describe the role of peer professionals in supporting individuals receiving treatment for opioid, stimulant, and other substance use disorders.
• Participants will be able to demonstrate strategies for encouraging engagement, adherence, and progress within treatment settings.
• Participants will be able to identify appropriate boundaries and professional responsibilities when providing peer-based support services.

Accreditation

This educational program is approved by NAADAC (Approval #189), (NBCC ACEP No. 5703), ADACBGA (Approval #2021-06-0006), CCB-approved, CADTP (Approval #174), CCAPP #OS-07-100-0826, CACCF # S220501, CAMFT Provider # 1000103, accredited by the American Probation & Parole Association and accepted by OASAS. IBC approved for 1.5 hrs. in Alcohol & Drug Specific.