JUNIOR LEVEL
Interview Questions for Peer Support Specialist
What resources do you rely on to stay informed about the latest mental health and substance use recovery practices?
What strategies do you use to maintain confidentiality and adhere to professional ethics and boundaries?
How do you handle situations where a peer's privacy is compromised?
Can you describe your approach to setting boundaries and maintaining professional relationships with peers?
Describe a time when you had to deal with a challenging peer. How did you handle the situation?
What steps do you take to ensure that your own well-being is taken care of while providing support to others?
How do you stay updated on the latest recovery processes and wellness strategies?
What strategies do you use to establish rapport and build trust with peers?
How do you ensure that you are serving as a role model for clients and demonstrating effective coping techniques and self-help strategies?
How do you demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills?
How do you empower peers to advocate for themselves and their needs?
How do you prioritize your workload and manage multiple tasks simultaneously?
Can you share an example of a time when you used your own recovery story to assist someone with their journey towards wellness?
Have you completed a state-certified peer support training program? If not, are you willing to complete one?
Describe a time when you had to address a conflict within a group session. How did you handle it?
Can you provide an example of a group session or workshop that you have facilitated to help peers develop necessary life skills?
How do you encourage peers to actively participate in their recovery process?
How do you adapt your communication style when working with individuals from different backgrounds or with different needs?
How do you ensure that group sessions and workshops are inclusive and accommodating to all participants?
Describe a time when you provided support to a peer who was resistant to help. How did you approach the situation?
Have you ever had to deal with a situation where a peer's progress was not as expected? How did you handle it?
How do you ensure that documentation is accurate and thorough?
Tell us about a time when you had to navigate a complex system to help a peer access the support they needed.
How do you collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive support?
How do you encourage and provide emotional support to peers in their recovery process?
What do you believe is the most important quality for a Peer Support Specialist to possess?
Can you describe your experience with providing support and guidance to individuals navigating mental health or substance abuse challenges?
How do you assist peers with setting personal goals and developing recovery plans?
How do you handle situations where there is a risk of retraumatization for a peer?
What do you find most rewarding about being a Peer Support Specialist?
Have you had lived experience with mental health recovery, substance use recovery, or similar challenges? If yes, please provide some details.
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