The Behavioral Health Team is committed to enhancing mental and behavioral health systems in our communities. We provide technical assistance, support, and coaching to school districts and charter schools, ensuring they have access to necessary resources and services. Through strategic partnerships with community-based organizations, we assist schools in creating environments that prioritize mental health and well-being. Our targeted training and support are designed to strengthen systems that promote student and staff wellness.
Whole Child Collaborative: In alignment with the Countywide Vision, we will champion a self-sustainable system of seamless, accessible, and effective services that advance wellness, recovery, and resiliency, integration of primary care and mental health supports to provide a full range of health-creating opportunities for students, families, and communities.
High Desert Mental Health and Wellness Network: The High Desert Mental Health and Wellness Network is dedicated to fostering a community where every student thrives emotionally, socially, and academically. The network is committed to providing accessible mental health support, pioneering educational initiatives, and fostering collaborative community efforts. Their mission is to empower students with resilience, leadership skills, and a strong sense of well-being, laying the foundation for a brighter future in the diverse landscape of the high desert.
Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative (CYBHI) The Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative (CYBHI) aims to create an innovative system in California that offers behavioral health services to all children and youth aged 25 and below, regardless of their payer status.
School-Linked Partnership Capacity Grant: As part of the Children and Youth Behavioral Health Initiative (CYBHI), DHCS is launching the school-linked partnership and capacity grant program to provide COEs and LEAs, as well as institutions for higher education, with critical resources to promote utilization of the CYBHI statewide multi-payer school-linked fee schedule.
Explore factors influencing community health, from birth conditions to living and working environments. Gain insights to better serve your community, family, and students.
In partnership with the California School-Based Health Alliance, you'll gain insights on topics such as student voice, start-up, staffing, and more. Receive practical guidance to empower your LEA in building effective centers and shaping healthier schools together!
Visit champion school sites with sustainable wellness centers, get tools to start your own, and build healthier communities together with neighboring LEAs!
Partnered with the Alliance for a Healthier Generation and Kaiser Permanente, we guide schools to excellence in student, staff, and family health. It's more than an award; it's a national commitment celebrated locally.
Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST) is a two-day, in-person workshop designed to equip individuals with the skills to intervene and provide immediate help to someone who may be at risk of suicide. The program utilizes a combination of powerful audiovisuals, discussions, and simulations to enhance participants' understanding and capabilities. ASIST aims to increase participants' willingness, confidence, and capacity to engage in effective suicide intervention, including developing safety plans and connecting individuals with further support. It's a comprehensive training program focused on practical, hands-on skills for suicide prevention.
Question, Persuade, Refer (QPR) is a suicide prevention training program designed to teach individuals how to recognize the warning signs of suicide, ask someone directly about their suicidal thoughts, persuade them to seek help, and refer them to appropriate resources. It provides practical skills for intervening in a crisis and connecting individuals to the support they need.
LivingWorks safeTALK is a half-day suicide prevention training program that aims to create awareness and provide participants with the skills to recognize individuals who may be having thoughts of suicide. The training emphasizes the importance of open communication and teaches participants to identify signs, engage with the person, and connect them to appropriate resources. SafeTALK focuses on fostering a supportive environment to help prevent suicide and encourage discussions about mental health.
Youth Mental Health First Aid (YMHFA) is a training course designed to teach individuals how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental health challenges or crises in youth. The program provides participants with the skills to offer initial support and connect young people experiencing mental health issues with appropriate professional help. While it covers a broad range of mental health topics, it does not exclusively focus on suicide prevention but aims to create a more informed and supportive community for youth mental health.
