Supporting Youth Recovery: A Peer Specialist’s Guide

Join us for an engaging and informative one-hour webinar series designed specifically for Peer Recovery Support Specialists working with youth. This series provides valuable insights, practical strategies, and essential tools to effectively support young people on their recovery journey.

In this series, participants will:

• Understand the unique challenges faced by youth in recovery and learn how to address them with empathy, authenticity, and effectiveness.
• Gain practical skills and techniques for fostering trust, resilience, and empowerment among young people.
• Explore real-world examples and best practices from experienced peers in the field.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of the role of a Peer Recovery Support Specialist in guiding youth towards self-determination.

Whether you are new to the field or looking to enhance your existing skills, this webinar series offers a supportive and collaborative environment for learning and growth. Don’t miss this opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of young people in recovery.

Presented by Bonnie Stribling

Bonnie Stribling is a certified Peer Recovery Peer Supervisor and a grant manager for the newly formed Office of Substance Abuse and Mental Health at the Department of Human Services. Since 2017, Bonnie has been an active leader in Arkansas’s peer recovery movement. She serves as a consultant and subject matter expert for the Peer Recovery Center of Excellence and the National Association of Peer Supporters. Additionally, she played a key role in establishing the Arkansas Peer Advisory Committee (APAC) and the Arkansas Peer Ethics Review Committee (APERC). In 2019, Bonnie became the first Peer Specialist for the Department of Youth Services at the Department of Human Services. Bonnie earned a concurrent Master of Public Service from the University of Arkansas Clinton School and a Master of Social Work from the University of Arkansas – Little Rock in May 2023. She is dedicated to helping people across Arkansas recognize that recovery is a unique journey for everyone and that every individual deserves the opportunity to discover their own path to recovery.

Outside of her professional commitments, Bonnie enjoys spending quality time with her son, Jack, who lives with her full-time.