Recovery Support Peer Specialist (RSPS)
What is a Certified Recovery Support Peer Specialist (RSPS)?
Last Updated: November 15, 2024In Texas a certified Recovery Support Peer Specialist (RSPS) is a person who uses lived experience in recovery from a substance use disorder*, in addition...
Who can Become a Recovery Support Peer Specialist?
Last Updated: November 15, 2024Minimum Requirements for Texas Mental Health Peer Specialist Certification According to the Texas Administrative Code, a peer specialist must meet the following eligibility criteria:1(1)...
Recovery Support Peer Specialist Certification Step-by-step Guide
Last Updated: November 15, 2024BEFORE YOU START: It is important to be aware that you will be required to pass a background check as part of the certification process....
What Training is Required for Texas Peer Specialists?
Last Updated: November 15, 2024Core Training After completing the orientation and self-assessment, peer supporters must attend the Texas Peer Specialist Core Training. This training is three full days (or...
How do I Find and Register for Recovery Support Peer Specialist Training?
Last Updated: November 15, 2024Finding a Training Opportunity To find an upcoming training for MHPS, RSPS, or PSS certification, you can visit the PeerForce training calendars page here. You...
How much does Core and Supplemental Training Cost?
Last Updated: November 15, 2024Costs for the trainings are dependent upon the training entity where you apply to take the training. Some training entities include the entire cost of...
How long is my training certificate of completion valid?
Last Updated: November 15, 2024All peer training (RSPS, MHPS, PSS, CFP) expires 2 years after the date your certificate of completion is issued. If exceed this 2 year period,...
When can I start collecting my 250 work experience hours?
Last Updated: November 15, 2024After completing both the Core and Supplemental Training for your chosen Peer Specialist Certification (RSPS or MHPS), you will need to start your application with...
Where can I complete my work experience hours?
Last Updated: November 15, 2024To find work experience/internship opportunities for Mental Health Peer Specialist (MHPS) or Recovery Support Peer Specialist (RSPS) in Texas, you can check with local mental...
What types of jobs count as work experience?
Last Updated: November 15, 2024If you are looking for an employment or volunteer opportunity to complete your work experience hours, make sure that you will be performing duties that...
Who can supervise me while I complete my hours?
Last Updated: November 15, 2024If you are obtaining a certification as a Mental Health Peer Specialist (MHPS) or a Recovery Support Peer Specialist (RSPS), you will need to receive...
Where can I find a PSS to supervise me?
Last Updated: November 15, 2024Here are some tips on where to find a Peer Specialist Supervisor: 1. Check with your Organization This might sound obvious, but sometimes organizations can...
What do I do if my intial certification application expired?
Last Updated: November 15, 2024Once you have completed Core and Supplemental training, and started your state application through the Texas Certification Board (TCB), you are given six (6) months...
Can I convert to RSPS from a different state’s peer certification?
Last Updated: November 15, 2024For people moving into Texas it is suggested that they reach out to their state certifying board that approved certification to ask specific questions regarding...
Where can I find CEU Courses?
Last Updated: November 15, 2024To find CEU opportunities, you can look in your Certemy account under the “Continuing Education” section. {% video_player “embed_player” overrideable=False, type=’hsvideo2′, hide_playlist=True, viral_sharing=False, embed_button=False, autoplay=False,...
How do I renew my RSPS certification?
Last Updated: November 15, 2024Step 1: Access the Renewal Application in Certemy When it is time for you to renew your MHPS or RSPS certification, you will recieve an...
Can I get Certified if I have a Criminal History Record?
Last Updated: November 15, 2024Attention: Please be aware that the only way to know if your application will be denied due to your background check is by submitting your...
What can I do if my application was denied due to my background check results?
Last Updated: November 15, 2024If your MHPS or RSPS application was denied due to the results of your background check, don’t worry. There are two options available that can...
How do I Schedule a Background Check Appointment and retrieve my results?
Last Updated: November 15, 2024Scheduling an appointment: IdentoGO is the preferred Texas Certification Board’s (TCB) vendor for the FBI fingerprinting background checks. You will need to go ONLINE to...
How do I get my Background Check Results?
Last Updated: November 15, 2024You will receive an email with a link to your background check results within 24-48 hours of completing your appointment. Your results will come from...