- Type Validation
- Level Foundational
Certified Community Resource Specialist
Issued by
Inform USA
This badge signifies that its owner has secured and maintained Inform USA Certification. This credential demonstrates their ability to work directly with clients either via phone, text, chat or in-person to provide mediated information and referral systems navigation. The earner is able to establish rapport, conduct an assessment, provide an informed choice of referrals, engage in follow-up and is capable of providing advocacy or crisis intervention if required.
- Type Validation
- Level Foundational
Skills
- Advocacy
- Building Rapport
- Crisis Intervention
- Intake Assessment
- Referral Assistance
- Telephone Support
- Text Support
Earning Criteria
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Submit evidence of 10 documented hours of I&R training/professional development.
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Successfully pass the Inform USA proctored exam.
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Candidates must follow the Inform USA Ethical Principles