BHS - CYS Evidence Based Practices-Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)

The County of San Joaquin’s Behavioral Health Services Department seeks a qualified contractor to deliver Parent‑Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), an evidence‑based behavioral health intervention for children ages 2‑6 years (or developmentally appropriate) with emotional or behavioral disorders. The contract will be funded through Medi‑Cal Full Financial Participation on a fee‑for‑service basis, with rates negotiated to align with DHCS 2026‑27 fee schedules. The award will be for an initial term of up to three years, with a possible one‑year extension (maximum four years). The contractor must hold a Short‑Doyle Medi‑Cal Organizational Provider certification, provide licensed mental‑health clinicians (minimum one LMFT/LCSW/LPCC FTE), deliver PCIT sessions (in‑person or telehealth), offer on‑site childcare for siblings, maintain electronic health records, and submit regular data reports and program evaluations. The solicitation includes mandatory hard‑copy and electronic proposal submissions by September 11, 2026.