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Health and Human Services Agency recommending the Board:
1) Approve and authorize the Chair to sign Agreement for Services 012-S1811 with Charis Youth Center, for the provision of “as requested” Specialty Mental Health Services for minors, for the term July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2020, with a maximum contractual obligation of $185,000; and
2) Authorize the Purchasing Agent, or designee, to execute further documents relating to Agreement for Services 012-S1811, including amendments which do not increase the maximum dollar amount or term of the Agreement, and contingent upon approval by County Counsel and Risk Management.
FUNDING: Federal and State Funding.
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DEPARTMENT RECOMMENDATION:
Health and Human Services Agency (HHSA) recommending the Board approve and authorize the Chair to sign Agreement for Services 012-S1811 to provide “as requested” Specialty Mental Health Services for eligible minors, thus ensuring HHSA meets the requirements of the funding source.
Additionally, HHSA has determined, in accordance with County Ordinance Section 3.13.030, it is more economical and feasible to engage an independent contractor for Specialty Mental Health Services as the County does not possess the facilities, special qualifications, or support services required to perform the work described in the Agreement for Services.
DISCUSSION / BACKGROUND:
The County has contracted with the State of California, Department of Health Care Services to serve as the Mental Health Plan (MHP) for the County of El Dorado. As the MHP, there are certain services required of the County, including but not limited to outpatient Specialty Mental Health Services for children and youth as identified in California Welfare and Institutions Code section 14684(a)(7).
The Agreement with Charis Youth Center provides mandated Specialty Mental Health Services to eligible minors, on an “as requested” basis. Charis Youth Center provides twenty-four (24) hour treatment and services, s...
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