Training

Peer Support Specialists

in Oregon

for 20 years

Welcome to Project ABLE's

Peer Support Specialist Training

Adult Mental Health

This year marks Project ABLE's 20th anniversary!

In that time, we have trained over 1000 peers.

In this 40-hour OHA-approved training, you will gain the skills necessary to foster empowering relationships and to model recovery.

We cover a variety of topics, including:

The History of Mental Health Treatment
The Recovery Movement
Wellness Strategies
Conflict Resolution Skills
The Medical and Recovery Models of Care
Boundaries
Ethics & Confidentiality
Trauma-Informed Peer Support
Culture & Holistic Support

Most importantly, we explore the ethos and philosophy of peer work - and how remain true to your role.

Peer Support Specialist Training - Adult Mental Health

$625

This price also includes:

Training Materials: A physical booklet mailed to you, and an online library of our training materials.
Peer Support: Our training staff is here to support you throughout the training week (and even before/after)
Activities: Our training includes many hands-on activities, where you can practice your new skills.
Accomodation: We work to make this training possible for everyone to complete.
Catering, snacks, and beverage options: We offer one catered meal per day (lunch) as well as snacks, drinks and treats! (In-Person Classes only)
Community: Meet other trainees working to become peers, and have the opportunity to forge personal and/or professional connections.

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Meet Our Training Team

Our training team has over 15 years combined experience training Peer Support Specialists.
During the training, we're here for you.

Whether you need an accomodation, information about scholarships, outside services from ABLE, or just to talk, we'll be available for you.

If you have any questions, you can contact Cindie DeMyer at

(503) 363-3260

Michelle Cradit

Chief Training Officer

Cindie DeMyer

Training Coordinator

Atkins Angco

Training and Development

Charlie Carter

PSS Trainer

Future Openings

If you'd like to be notified about future openings for training programs at Project ABLE, let us know!