This module was created especially for people in Pennsylvania who are returning to the community after incarceration and getting ready to work as Peer Specialists.
We’re here to support you as you prepare for job interviews—helping you build confidence, ease anxiety, and develop strategies that let your strengths shine. You’ll explore common emotional triggers, practice how to respond to tough questions, and learn how to present your lived experience and peer support skills as the powerful assets they truly are.
You’ll also get real-world tips for handling group interviews, background checks, and clearances, plus coaching on body language and communication styles so you can feel more comfortable and confident in how you show up.
This course is designed to support individuals transitioning from incarceration into peer work, offering a structured and empowering foundation to navigate the CPS field with confidence and clarity. This module is designed to address the concept of imposter syndrome and offers ways to reduce its impact. The primary objective of this training is to equip you with the confidence, preparation, and support necessary to begin your role as a CPS successfully. Throughout this training, you will learn tools to challenge negative self-talk and develop a resilient professional mindset