Description
The County is seeking a qualified firm to provide direct therapeutic support services to the Howard County Police Department's (HCPD) civilian and sworn staff and their immediate adult family members. The selected contractor will provide up to 10 hours of direct counseling services per week and may invoice for up to 5 additional hours for pre-approved support activities. Services will be conducted virtually, and the contractor must have experience working with law enforcement and providing psychotherapeutic education. The contractor must also have a HIPAA-compliant digital platform and be able to accommodate night shift officers. The agreement period will be for one year, with a renewal option for one additional year.
• The contractor must be a licensed mental health provider or an agency that employs licensed mental health providers certified to practice in the State of Maryland.
• The contractor must have experience providing direct therapeutic services to law enforcement staff and adults.
• The contractor must be able to provide psychotherapeutic education and address common sources of stress and trauma.
• The contractor must have a HIPAA-compliant digital platform and be able to accommodate night shift officers.
• The contractor must be able to provide referrals to additional resources and have a mechanism for scheduling appointments.