Peer Mentoring
Beginning in 2003, FSCIRC began offering coordinated peer mentoring services. These services are offered to BSCIP clients, as well as individuals outside the program. The basis of the program is to link newly injured individuals and individuals who are struggling with life post-injury with mentors who have had considerable success post-injury.
Mentors have undergone standardized training to ensure they act in the best interest of those they interact with. On a whole, the program seeks to reiterate the message of maximum independence and positively overcoming injury. These goals are marked by successful community integration in such activities as employment, recreation, volunteering, and school.
Peer Mentor Requirements
- Individuals must have sustained a spinal cord injury and be a least 2 years post injury.
- Individuals must display a successful reintegration to their community.
- Individuals must be able to demonstrate proactive healthcare management.
- All individuals over the age of 21 must possess a high school diploma or GED.
- To become a peer mentor, all individuals must successfully complete an approved FSCIRC/FAAST peer mentor training session.
- All individuals must participate in ongoing education.
- All mentors must have reliable transportation.
- All mentors must pass a criminal background check.
- All mentors will complete approved HIPAA training and adhere to confidentiality requirements.
- Mentors will work under the supervision of the Program Coordinator and provide updates on mentoring activities as required.
- Mentors wil submit a report on each protégé they are assigned, using the forms provided.
How do I become a mentor?
Step 1: Download a Peer Mentor Application.
Step 2: Mail or Fax the completed form to:
Florida SCI Resource Center
Tampa General Rehab
P.O. Box 1289, Room R212
Tampa, FL 33601
Fax: 813-844-4322
Step 3: FSCIRC will contact the applicant once their information is received and explain the program in further detail.
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