For People in Recovery
We are a network of individuals who are on the path of recovery. We identify as being in recovery from mental health, substance abuse and/or addiction struggles.
For Peer Supporters
MPN was instrumental in developing the Certified Behavioral Health Peer Support Specialist workforce in Montana. We provide both certification training and continuing education for CBHPSS.
About Us
Montana’s Peer Network is a statewide peer run 501c3 non-profit recovery organization with a mission to lead the expansion and development of wellness and recovery oriented behavioral health services in Montana.
RECOVERY DIVISION
For People in Recovery
RECOVERY TALKS PODCAST
Weekly podcasts cover a variety of topics and feature special guests who share their stories of recovery and provide informaiton on resources available to those in recovery.
PODCASTSTRAINING
Several of our trainings are relevant to people in recovery as well as CBHPSS and non-certified peer recovery coaches. We focus on leadership, advocacy, recovery planning, and wellness.
TRAININGPEER SUPPORT DIVISION
For Peer Supporters
FAMILIES DIVISION
For Parents & Caregivers
MPN previously held a contract with the Children’s Special Health Services Division of the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services to provide family peer support across the state for families of children with special health care needs such as those with developmental, intellectual, physical health, mental health, and substance use challenges.
The MT Family Peer Support Task Force developed professional standards for Family Peer Supporters and began the legislative process for state certification. MPN is working toward creating a Family Peer Support Workforce, building on our success promoting the Behavioral Health Peer Support workforce. MPN is also creating a network of parents and caregivers to build connection and community.
For Providers & Employers
Training
MPN provides training for employers and providers interested in implementing or expanding their peer support services. We offer most of our training several times each year and we are also available for hire for private trainings.MPN provides training for employers and providers interested in implementing or expanding their peer support services. We offer most of our training several times each year and we are also available for hire for private trainings.
TrainingConsulting
One-on-one consulting services are available for a fee and can be built around your schedule. We have provided consultation throughout the country. One-on-one consulting services are available for a fee and can be built around your schedule. We have provided consultation throughout the country.
ConsultationMembership
Become a Business Ally Member and get exclusive benefits for your organziation and your peer supporters including 2 hours of consutlation, access to our mentoring program, and free admittance to our annual Recovery Conference! Become a Business Ally Member and get exclusive benefits for your organziation and your peer supporters including 2 hours of consutlation, access to our mentoring program, and free admittance to our annual Recovery Conference!
MembershipTestimonials
Don’t take our word for it – here’s what people say about us:
Everything was well thought out and presented well.The most incredible time of my life. It was life-changing.
Jim was very interactive with the group. It was fun and interesting. Wouldn’t change a thing. Jim is a great trainer.
I really learned some more tools for my job and otwas a pleasure and an honor to be in that training.
Our Team
Jim Hajny
Executive
Director
Andi Daniel
Technology Coordinator
Beth Ayers
Family Peer
Support Lead
Kayla Myers
Family
Peer Supporter
Ty LaFountain
Recovery Support Coordinator