1. (1) Operation of Substance Abuse Programs.

   1. (a) Inmate substance abuse programs shall be operated under the direction of the program manager within whose program center the program exists.
   2. (b) In order to ensure the provision of quality services, the bureau of substance abuse program services shall have responsibility for administering the overall program, for the development and issuance of performance standards for each program entity with regard to program operation, staffing ratio, hours of service delivery, and other such areas as deemed necessary for the administration of the programs, and for oversight review.
   3. (c) Each program manger shall provide for periodic monitoring activities for programs at institutions and facilities in his or her program center to ensure that performance standards and contact compliance are maintained.

2. (2) Peer Facilitators.

   1. (a) Use of Peer Facilitators.

      1. Peer facilitators are inmates who have successfully completed a substance abuse program and whose positive behavior and attitude have demonstrated the ability to be positive role models for other program participants.

      2. Placement in a program as a peer facilitator is considered a full-time job assignment.

      3. The role of peer facilitator is not that of a counselor. The duties and responsibilities involved will vary according to the type of substance abuse program involved.

      4. In accordance with Rule 33-602.101, F.A.C., no inmate assigned as a peer facilitator will be given control or authority over other inmates.

   2. (b) Qualifications of peer facilitators. To be considered as a peer facilitator, an inmate must have:

      1. Completed a substance abuse services program;

      2. Demonstrated the ability to be a role model through positive behavior and attitude during recovery; and

      3. Sufficient time left to serve on his or her sentence to serve in the program for a period of at least two to six months in an outpatient or residential program. This requirement may be waived when necessary based upon program needs.

   3. (c) Peer Facilitator Selection.

      1. Inmates who wish to be considered for assignment as peer facilitators shall apply with the program director, clinical supervisor or designated counselor at the facility.

      2. When a peer facilitator position is available, the program director, clinical supervisor or designated counselor shall review the applications available and shall interview those inmates who are qualified, interested, and available for assignment as peer facilitators. The program director, clinical supervisor or designated counselor shall document the results of the interview.

      3. Upon completion of the interview, those inmates who have successfully exhibited an understanding of the principles of recovery shall be referred to their dormitory supervisors and work supervisors to obtain written recommendation for peer facilitator assignment based upon review of the inmate’s past behavior and performance.

      4. The classification supervisor shall be notified in writing by the program director, clinical supervisor or designated counselor of inmates recommended for assignment as peer facilitators. The classification supervisor shall docket the inmate for consideration for placement by the institutional classification team (ICT) and shall ensure consideration of the inmate’s institutional adjustment and previous work history.

      5. The ICT shall review the recommendation and shall approve or disapprove the recommendation for placement as a peer facilitator based upon criteria set forth in this rule.

   4. (d) Training. The program director, clinical supervisor or designated counselor shall ensure that each peer facilitator receives training regarding the peer facilitator’s role, functions and the expectations regarding the peer facilitator’s performance in the program.

Rulemaking Authority 397.754, 944.09 FS. Law Implemented 397.754, 944.09 FS. History–New 1-18-95, Formerly 33-37.002, Amended 6-15-00, 10-29-01.