CRSS - Certified Recovery Support Specialist Wellness and Recovery Support Questions and Answers

Question 1

According to SAMHSA's Four Major Dimensions that Support a Life in Recovery, which dimension involves having a stable and safe place to live?

Accepted Answer

Home

Answer

Community

Answer

Purpose

Answer

Health

Question 2

A CRSS is working with a peer to develop a holistic wellness plan. The peer is focused on finding a new hobby and learning a new skill to keep their mind engaged. Which of SAMHSA's Eight Dimensions of Wellness is the peer addressing?

Accepted Answer

Intellectual

Answer

Occupational

Answer

Emotional

Answer

Spiritual

Question 3

Which of the following best describes a core principle of a Recovery-Oriented System of Care (ROSC)?

Accepted Answer

Services that are person-centered and build on individual strengths.

Answer

A focus on acute, professionally-directed treatment episodes.

Answer

A one-size-fits-all approach to ensure consistency of care.

Answer

Prioritizing clinical interventions over community and peer supports.

Question 4

A peer expresses that their cultural background and spiritual beliefs are central to their recovery process. To provide culturally responsive support, what is the MOST important action for the CRSS to take?

Accepted Answer

Respectfully inquire about how these beliefs can be incorporated into their recovery plan.

Answer

Suggest that the peer adopt mainstream recovery pathways.

Answer

Share their own spiritual beliefs to build a connection.

Answer

Research the peer's specific cultural practices to become an expert.

Question 5

A person in early recovery is creating a wellness plan and wants to focus on improving their physical health. Which of the following is an example of a goal that aligns with the 'Physical' dimension of wellness?

Accepted Answer

Learning to cook nutritious meals.

Answer

Finding a volunteer position.

Answer

Opening a savings account.

Answer

Joining a local book club.

Question 6

SAMHSA's working definition of recovery is described as a 'process of change.' What does this imply about the nature of recovery?

Accepted Answer

Recovery is a non-linear journey that may include setbacks.

Answer

Recovery is a fixed event with a definite endpoint.

Answer

Recovery is only possible through clinical treatment.

Answer

Recovery requires complete remission of all symptoms.