Peer Support Program

Office of Employee Wellness Peer Support Program

In 2021, the Peer Support Program (PSP) was standardized in order to develop a framework for program consistency that is based in clinical and trauma-informed research related to post-trauma care, psychological first aid, and best practices for peer-to-peer support programs.

The PSP serves to provide an empathic listening ear and facilitate pathways to professional help, or as a result of the following situations:

  • Physical assault.
  • Sexual assault.
  • Hostage incident.
  • Causing injury or death to person(s).
  • Illness, death, and suicide.
  • Substance use; or
  • Involvement in onsite and offsite critical incidents.

PSP members are available at each CDCR and CCHCS location and consists of volunteer custody and non-custody staff who are trained and have the desire and passion to help staff in a time of need.

Statewide PSP Admin Leaders List

Contact Information

Office of Employee Wellness
CDCRPeerSupport@cdcr.ca.gov

Statewide Peer Support Manager
Janette Williams
805-610-0638
CDCRPeerSupport@cdcr.ca.gov

Statewide Peer Support Coordinator
Ashton Peterson
916-324-3315
CDCRPeerSupport@cdcr.ca.gov

Department of Defense Resources and Services:

Military Support Services, Organizations and Agencies:

Suicide Prevention / Intervention Program

This program is a component within the PSP that provides support, intervention, and appropriate resources to employees who may be experiencing suicidal thoughts and emotions.