PART I - Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental ...

. Primary pediatric care, including immunization, for their children;c. Gender specific substance abuse treatment and other therapeutic interventions for women, whichmay address issues of relationships, sexual and physical abuse, parenting, and child care;d. Therapeutic interventions for children in custody of women in treatment which may addressdevelopmental needs, sexual and physical abuse and neglect; ande. Sufficient case management and transportation to ensure access to services. SAPTBG8. Providers that receive SAPTBG funds provide IV Drug Users access to a treatment program not later than:a. Fourteen days after making the request for admission to a program; orb. One hundred and twenty days after the date of such request, if:i. No such program has the capacity to admit the individual on the date of such request, andii. Interim services, including referral for prenatal care, are made available to the individualnot later than 48 hours after such request. SAPTBGiii. Wellness of individuals is facilitated through:1. Advocacy;2. Individual service/treatment practices;3. Education;4. Sensitivity to issues affecting wellness including but not limited to:a. Gender;b. Culture; andc. Age.5. Incorporation of wellness goals within the individual plan.iv. Sensitivity to individual’s differences and preferences is evident.v. Practices and activities that reduce stigma are implemented.vi. If services include provision in non-clinic settings, providers must have the ability to deliver services in variousenvironments, such as homes, schools, homeless shelters, or street locations. Individuals/families may prefer to meetstaff at community locations other than their homes or other conspicuous locations (e.g. their school, employer).1. The organization must have policies that govern the provision of services in natural settings and candocument that it respects youth and/or families’ right to privacy and confidentiality2. Staff should be sensitive to and respectful of the individual's privacy/confidentiality rights and preferences tothe greatest extent possible (e.g. if staff must meet with an individual during their school/work time,choosing inconspicuous times and locations to promote privacy), especially if staff drive a vehicle that isclearly marked as a state or agency vehicle, or if staff must identify themselves and their purpose toengage with the consumer in a way that may potentially embarrass the individual or breech the individual’sprivacy/confidentiality.vii. Interactions with individuals demonstrate respect, careful listening, and are positive and supportive.2. Required Business Practices and Policiesa. Program requirements, compliance, and structurei. Applicable statutory requirements, rules, regulations, licensing, accreditation, and contractual/agreementrequirements are evident in organizational policies, procedures and practices. In the event that the aboverequirements and standards are more stringent than these Standards, providers shall defer to those requirementswhich are most stringent.1. Providers receiving MHBG funds must comply with Public Law 102-321, Section 1912 and applicable codesections at www.mentalhealth.samhsa.gov. MHBG2. Providers receiving SATBG funds must comply with 45 CFR 96 Rules and Regulations atwww.samhsa.gov/centers/csat/csat.html. SAPTBGii. The provider shall adhere to supplementary requirements as published by the Department of Community Healthand the External Review Organization (e.g. MICP User Guide, Encounter User Guide).iii. The provider clearly describes available services, supports, and treatment1. The provider has a description of its services, supports, and treatment that includes a description of:a. The population served;b. How the provider plans to strategically address the needs of those served; andc. Services available to potential and current individuals.2. The provider has internal structures that support good business practices.a. There are clearly stated current policies and procedures for all aspects of the operation of theorganization;b. Policies and corresponding procedures direct the practice of the organization; andc. Staff is trained in organization policies and procedures.FY2013 Provider Manual for Community Behavioral Health Providers