The REC is committed to providing valuable support and guidance to the peer recovery workforce, and the supervisors who support peers. On this page, you will find resources from trusted sources to enhance your work.
These are the results of a needs assessment across Recovery Community Organizations (RCOs) in the U.S., including key findings and methods in building and strengthening RCOs.
View MoreThe resources on this list provide education on peer support practices, best practices in supervision, and recovery-oriented services.
View MoreInterdisciplinary Care Teams (ICTs) work collaboratively to meet patient needs, and may include medical and mental and substance use disorders health specialists, nurses, social workers, physician assistants, and nonclinical staff. This issue brief describes how peer support workers can contribute …
View MoreThis tool will help define what peer practice means for your organization, identify the specific competencies, core tasks and responsibilities for the peer support workers in your program, and consider some unique challenges in recruiting, hiring, and onboarding peer workers.
View MoreThis toolkit outlines practical recommendations for creating and sustaining a recovery friendly workplace. Fighting stigma, encouraging employees to get help, and being able to provide appropriate recovery resources are some of the ways to ensure your workplace is recovery friendly.
View MoreThrough research, education, and outreach, the Recovery Research Institute aims to improve treatment outcomes and support individuals on their recovery journeys.
Through research, education, and outreach, the Recovery Research Institute aims to improve treatment outcomes and support individuals on their recovery journeys.
William White Papers
The William White Papers contain valuable resources on addiction recovery and related topics.Advocacy & Policy
Massachusetts Organization for Addiction Recovery focuses on policy initiatives and programs in the field.CARC Certification
The Massachusetts Board of Substance Abuse Counselor Certification offers CARC Certification for substance abuse counselors.Recovery Supports
SAMHSA provides recovery supports for individuals dealing with substance use and mental health challenges.For any inquiries or assistance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.
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