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Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification ExamPractice Questions With Solutions
1. What is the goal of the harm reduction model for substance use
challenges?
A. Diminished rate of judicial system exposure and incarceration
B. Decreased overdose risk and improved access to systems of care
C. Enhanced community engagement and relationship building
D. Increase in self-assessment of confidence and self-worth Correct
Ans - Key: B
KSA Dimension: 2. Behavioral Health Foundations
KSA: 2.4.
Be familiar with recovery approaches and peer support techniques specific
to individuals with substance use challenges.
Rationale:
The key is correct because per the Substance Abuse and Mental Health
Services Administration (SAMHSA), research has demonstrated that a harm
reduction approach for individuals with substance use challenges
substantially reduces the risk of overdose death and promotes linkages to
care.
2. A consumer has been spending the last few weeks joking around and not
taking group seriously.
How would the Peer Support Specialist support the consumer?
A. Tell the consumer this is not a laughing matter.
B. Request to be reassigned to a different consumer.
C. Encourage the consumer to look into a profession as a comedian.
D. Continue to stay focused on the consumer's recovery goals. Correct
Ans - Key: D
KSA Dimension: 3. Interpersonal Skills
KSA: 3.5.
Practice self-awareness to ensure that the individual's resiliency and
recovery remain the focal point of the peer support relationship.
, Rationale:
This is the best option as it refocuses on the consumer's needs and wants.
3. A consumer is frustrated because several different service providers are
not communicating well
when it comes to their care. How can the Peer Support Specialist support
this consumer?
A. Encourage the consumer to request a team meeting so all staff can
connect.
B. Assure the consumer that this lack of communication happens all the
time.
C. Advise the consumer to change their therapist and psychiatrist.
D. Write a formal complaint to management on behalf of the consumer
Correct Ans - Key: A
KSA Dimension: 4. Recovery Support
KSA: 4.11.
Provide individuals with tools or knowledge to support a self-driven
perspective in collaboration with other service providers.
Rationale:
This option encourages consumers to self-advocate for their needs and
wants with their care team
4. A consumer tells a Peer Support Specialist that they have a lot of
situational stress that is not a
result of their diagnosis. What action would the Peer Support Specialist
take in supporting the
consumer?
A. Tell the consumer their feelings are normal, and they should not worry.
B. Assist the consumer in developing a wellness plan to address their
concerns.
C. Advise the r consumer of stronger anxiety medication options to try.
D. Take the consumer to a 12-step meeting to support their overall
wellness.
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