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Health and Human Services Agency recommending the Board:
1) Approve and authorize the Chair to sign Amendment 2 to Agreement for Services 194-S1511 with Community Recovery Resources, for the provision of “as requested” therapeutic counseling and substance abuse treatment services, extending the term by one (1) year for a new term ending November 16, 2018, and increasing the not-to-exceed compensation by $90,000 for a maximum contractual obligation of $277,712; and
2) Authorize the Purchasing Agent, or designee, to execute further documents relating to Agreement for Services 194-S1511, 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 authorize the Chair to sign Amendment 2 to Agreement for Services 194-S1511 with Community Recovery Resources, for the provision of “as requested” therapeutic counseling and substance abuse services for eligible HHSA clients. Referral to therapeutic counseling and substance abuse treatment services is a State-mandated regulation for both Child Welfare Services (CWS) and California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs)/Welfare-to-Work programs. Approval of Amendment 2 will allow HHSA to continue to provide these mandated services and will ensure continuity of care for clients currently receiving services from Community Recovery Resources.
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 “as requested” services as the County has neither the staff nor the 24/7 facilities required to meet the service requirements.
DISCUSSION / BACKGROUND:
Therapeutic counseling services and substance abuse treatment programs are statutorily required services for cli...
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