Peer Burnout Reduction Intervention in Harm Reduction Services

This study is designed to test a new program called PATH, aimed at reducing burnout among peer recovery support specialists (PRSS) working in Recovery Community Organizations (RCOs). The study involves both these specialists and their supervisors to see how well the program works, how suitable it is, and whether it can be easily implemented. The goal is to help these workers manage stress better, feel more satisfied in their roles, and improve their health-related knowledge and skills. This is important because these workers play a crucial role in supporting people recovering from substance use disorders, and reducing their stress can lead to better support for the people they help. Participants will engage in a total of 15 hours of training over three months, which includes online learning and interactive group sessions called ECHO meetings. The online modules take three hours and must be completed before the ECHO sessions, which occur weekly and involve discussions on real-life cases. Throughout the study, participants' engagement will be monitored, and they will complete surveys before and after the training to assess their experiences and measure changes in burnout and job satisfaction. There will also be focus groups and interviews to gather more detailed feedback. The study will measure the program's impact on reducing stress and improving job satisfaction among these essential workers.