Individuals served in the context of Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) standards deserve individualized services with demonstrated effectiveness. This principle is grounded in the understanding that each person experiences recovery uniquely, influenced by their personal circumstances, history, and specific needs. The CRSS approach emphasizes tailoring support to fit the individual, rather than applying a one-size-fits-all method.
Individualized services allow recovery specialists to focus on the strengths and preferences of each person, promoting engagement and enhancing the likelihood of positive outcomes. Effectiveness is a key component; services should not only be personalized but also evidence-based, ensuring that the interventions used have been shown to work for similar individuals in the past.
Choices that suggest options like group therapy sessions, standardized treatment approaches, or merely providing basic information do not prioritize the unique needs of each individual. While these elements may play a role in the larger treatment ecosystem, they can fail to meet the specific, personalized support that individuals require for their recovery journey.