Transcription of Peer Advocate Services in OASAS Certified Programs Settings
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ANDREW M. CUOMO Governor ARLENE GONZ LEZ-S NCHEZ, , Commissioner 501 7th Avenue | New York, New York 10018- 5903 | | 646- 728-4760 1450 Western Avenue | Albany, New York 12203-3526 | | 518- 473-3460 DEC 2019 peer Advocate Services in OASAS Certified Programs Settings Introduction The Office of Addiction Services and Supports ( OASAS ) recognizes Substance Use Disorder (SUD) as a chronic condition best managed by a broad continuum of Services . As with other chronic conditions, where reoccurrence of symptoms is possible, the ability to integrate non-clinical support is essential to comprehensive care planning. OASAS supports efforts to further expand available clinical and non-clinical support Services for individuals and families living with SUD, including the development of a Recovery Oriented System of Care (ROSC).
Peer Advocate Services Delivered Preadmission Under the direction of Clinical Staff, Peer Advocate Services can be provided prior to admission as a way of engaging the individual in another level of care, or for the newly interested individual who may be seeking treatment.
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