Purpose
The purpose of this module is to introduce concepts of strengths-based language and planning, and how these are incorporated into the more comprehensive process of recovery and wellness planning. It explores how peer specialists: assist in the development and monitoring of a recovery plan; should view and help clients prevent relapse; support the client’s achievement of strengths-based individual goals; promote wellness strategies; and, serve as successful role models.
Topics
- Strengths-based Perspective
- Person-Centered Planning
- Triggers and Relapse
- Wellness
- Why Wellness Matters
- Dimensions of Wellness
- Wellness Strategies
- Recovery/Wellness Plans
- Role Modeling through Self-Care
- Resources for Planning
Learning Objectives
After completing this module, participants will be able to:
- Distinguish between “deficit” versus “strength-based” approaches
- Describe the core processes of person centered planning
- Explain the importance of attending to relapse triggers and warning signs
- Identify at least six of the eight dimensions of wellness
- Describe at least three ways peer support specialists can promote wellness among those they support
- Discuss aspects of their roles in recovery/wellness planning and monitoring
Module Activities
- Module 4 Activity: Practicing Strengths-based Language
- Module 4 Reflection Activity: What is your picture of health and wellness?
- Module 4 Activity: Dimensions of Wellness
Workbook Activities
After you have completed all of the module 4 lessons below, complete the following activities your course workbook:
- Workbook Activity 1: Personal Wellness Planning, Part 1 (60 minutes)
- Workbook Activity 3: Personal Wellness Planning, Part 2 (30 minutes)
Module 4 Quiz
After you have completed all of the module 4 lessons below and the workbook activities, you will be able to click the button at the bottom of this page to complete the Module 4 Quiz and Advance to Module 5.