MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES FOR MULTISYSTEMIC THERAPY (MST) - YOUTH

The County of San Luis Obispo is soliciting proposals for professional services to provide Multisystemic Therapy (MST) mental health services for youth. The selected proposer will be expected to provide intensive, family and community-based treatment services to youth at risk of out-of-home placement or involvement in the juvenile justice system. The contract term will be one year with the option to renew for up to four successive one-year terms. The proposer must demonstrate expertise in performing similar work, have qualified staff, and provide a clear plan for accomplishing the specified work. • The proposer must provide MST services to youth clients who are involved in, or are at risk of being involved in, the juvenile justice, child welfare, and/or behavioral health systems. • The proposer must adhere to MST fidelity standards and participate in MST quality assurance processes. • The proposer must provide 24/7 on-call coverage and weekly team supervision and MST expert consultation. • The proposer must track and report outcomes, including reduction in arrests or reoffending rates, improved school attendance and performance, and decreased out-of-home placements. • The proposer must collaborate with referring agencies and community partners and ensure continuity of care and appropriate referrals upon discharge.