Approved Mental Health Provider(s)

The City of Boise is seeking proposals for occupational mental health services to approve providers for work-related psychological injuries and offer employees care options. The selected provider will deliver workers' compensation mental health services for employees and volunteers in compliance with Idaho Workers' Compensation law and city program requirements. The provider must have licensed psychiatrists and/or psychologists available to see patients in a timely manner and oversee clinicians implementing the employee's treatment plan. The provider must also demonstrate strong collaboration skills, including timely communication and coordination with third-party administrators, the city Claims Administrator, and other Risk Management staff. Key services include evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of work-related psychological injuries, as well as case management and return-to-work planning. Some of the key requirements for the provider include: • Employing or contracting with licensed psychiatrists and/or psychologists who meet the qualifications set forth in the RFP • Demonstrating advanced clinical and diagnostic expertise in occupational mental health • Providing evidence-based trauma modalities such as EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, or Trauma-Focused CBT • Maintaining accurate medical records and establishing reporting systems necessary for program administration and compliance with legal requirements • Having a procedure in place to immediately inform the employer of an employee's restrictions or limitations resulting from a work-related injury • Providing a detailed explanation of the referral process to specialists and clinicians • Demonstrating strong collaboration skills, including timely communication and coordination with third-party administrators, the city Claims Administrator, and other Risk Management staff