Tools for Running the Show

Peer-to-Peer Programs Work! They improve teens' access to services by removing perceived barriers and promote confidence and responsibility on the part of the teen staff. Another important reason peer-to-peer programs are successful is the high level of commitment from the adult and teen staff involved.

This training is not currently being offered. Please contact CFHC if you are interested in further information.

Topics Include

• Role of a teen supervisor
• Characteristics of a good teen supervisor
• Components of most successful peer-to-peer programs
• Barriers to successful teen programs
• Steps to a structured approach to train adult supervisors of teen staff
• Communication strategies for teen supervisors

Why attend this training?

This interactive training helps adults:

• Develop strategies to better supervise teen staff;
• Improve communication with teen staff; and
• Understand elements of successful peer-to-peer programs.

Program Objectives

Upon completion, participants will:

1. Describe at least 5 characteristics of a good teen supervisor;
2. Describe at least 5 components of an effective peer-to-peer program;
3. Identify at least 5 barriers to effective communication with teen staff;
4. Identify at least 5 steps to create a structured approach to train teen supervisors; and
5. Demonstrate 2 communication techniques that increase rapport and cooperation between adult and teen staff.