What is the primary responsibility of CRSS professionals?

The primary responsibility of Certified Recovery Support Specialist (CRSS) professionals is to help individuals achieve their goals based on their unique needs and wants. This role is central to fostering a person-centered approach in recovery, which emphasizes valuing the individual's experiences and personal aspirations. CRSS professionals support clients by empowering them to identify their goals, and they guide them in crafting actionable plans to achieve those goals. This advocacy helps build self-efficacy and assures clients that their desires and preferences are meaningful in their recovery journey.

Other roles, such as managing client finances, leading group therapy sessions, or evaluating client progress, while relevant in the broader context of recovery support, do not encapsulate the primary focus of a CRSS professional. Instead, the emphasis is on facilitation and support in personal goal achievement, aligning recovery strategies with what the individual aims for in their life. This aligns with best practices that prioritize the voice and choices of the individuals in recovery.