Advocacy Specialist

The Advocacy Specialist:

• Is responsible for developing, implementing, evaluating and enhancing a speakers bureau.
• Provides training and mentoring to individuals within the region.
• Assists with development of self-advocacy groups and training projects.
• Participates in regional and statewide committees and workgroups.
• Assists in the Person Centered Thinking training.
• The Advocacy Specialist works to support and establish People First organizations throughout the Regional Office's coverage area.

• People First of Missouri
• Missouri Mental Health Foundation