Peer Supported Reentry Program for Incarcerated Individuals with Behavioral Health Disorders-Presentation Q&A

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Video Summary

In this video, two individuals discuss the success of the mental health training program for law enforcement officers in Nebraska. They mention that the program has received positive feedback from participants and has been replicated in other states. The program focuses on training officers to better understand and assist individuals with mental health issues, resulting in improved relationships with the community. The speakers highlight the importance of peer support in training individuals to become supervisors and discuss the growth and success of their organization in providing peer support. They also touch upon the challenges of maintaining boundaries between case managers and peer specialists. The video ends with a mention of additional resources available on the SMI Advisor website.

Keywords

mental health training program

law enforcement officers

Nebraska

peer support

SMI Advisor website