Is it billable?
PSS called to let peer know about upcoming holiday party.
Not billable.
Documentation must be submitted within ____ hours from the time of service.
48
PSS worked with the Peer on depression.
More information: how? response?
Client: Alex, 28, reports feeling isolated since moving to a new city.
Goal: Increase social engagement by attending at least one community or peer group activity per week.
Scenario: During the session, Alex expressed anxiety about joining a new support group.
PSS supported peer in problem solving situation. Peer identified a friend that he could bring with him. PSS provided encouragement and discussed coping strategies for anxiety. PSS will follow up with peer after the first group session.
PSS supported peer in managing their anxiety while they were in a crowded store.
Billable.
True or False -- I can bill for a service when the peer's service plan is overdue.
False.
PSS met with the Peer. PSS played Skip-Bo with the Peer.
No intervention, no goal, no progress
Client: Jordan, 35, struggles with stress related to work deadlines.
Goal: Develop and implement at least two coping strategies to manage daily stress.
Scenario: Jordan shared feeling overwhelmed during a busy week.
PSS reviewed relaxation techniques, including deep breathing and journaling. Peer chose to try both strategies before the next session and agreed to track which one felt most helpful.
PSS transported peer to the store.
Not billable.
False.
PSS worked with the Peer on functioning in the public.
Needs more information.
Client: Taylor, 42, reports low energy and difficulty maintaining a healthy routine.
Goal: Increase physical wellness by engaging in at least 20 minutes of moderate activity 3 times per week.
Scenario: Taylor expressed difficulty fitting exercise into their schedule.
The peer helped brainstorm small changes, like taking short walks during lunch breaks and using a step-tracking app. Peer agreed to set a goal of two 15-minute walks before the next session.
PSS played a board game with client.
Not billable.
True or False -- I can bill for a service if my peer's Assessment is more than a year old.
True.
PSS worked with the Peer on socialization. PSS talked with the Peer about life.
Too vague, needs more information
Client: Riley, 25, has experienced frequent mood swings affecting daily functioning.
Goal: Improve emotional regulation by identifying triggers and practicing at least one coping strategy daily.
Scenario: Riley shared frustration after an argument with a family member.
PSS guided peer through identifying triggers, practiced a brief grounding exercise, and discussed how to apply the strategy in future situations. Peer committed to using this technique at least once before the next session.
PSS supported client in managing anxiety and self-advocating while at a doctor's appointment.
Billable.
What are the four requirements for a billable peer service? (Hint: GIRP)
Goal, Intervention, Response, Plan
PSS talked with the Peer about anxiety.
How did the peer respond?
Client: Sam, 33, reports difficulty advocating for their needs at work, leading to stress and frustration.
Goal: Increase self-advocacy by practicing at least one assertive communication strategy each week.
Scenario: Sam expressed concern about approaching their supervisor regarding workload.
PSS reviewed assertive communication techniques, role-played a conversation, and helped peer develop a step-by-step plan. Peer agreed to try the strategy during the upcoming week and will reflect on the experience in the next session.