Calmhsas Program Partners

CalMHSA stands as a vital resource for California's counties, providing leadership, advocacy, and innovative solutions to enhance community mental healthcare. We are driven by our commitment to ensuring that every Californian has access to quality mental health services.

Our Vision

Our vision is a California where mental healthcare is seamlessly accessible, equitable, and comprehensive, empowering individuals and communities to thrive.

Our Workforce

Our dedicated team of professionals brings extensive knowledge and passion to the field of mental healthcare. We are committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment that encourages creativity, innovation, and collaboration.

1. Technology Solutions and Interoperability

• Promoting seamless exchange of electronic health records across systems.
• Enabling secure and efficient managed care authorizations.
• Developing innovative solutions for state hospital beds and referrals.

2. Improving Care Coordination and Access

• Facilitating early identification and intervention for individuals with mental illness.
• Connecting individuals to community-based services and support.
• Providing support for counties in implementing the California Advancing and Improving Medi-Cal (CalAIM) program.

3. Empowering Communities

• Raising public awareness about mental health through outreach and educational campaigns.
• Promoting equity and addressing disparities in access to care.
• Engaging in research to inform policy and practice improvements.

4. Workforce Development and Support

• Providing training and certification opportunities to strengthen the behavioral healthcare workforce.
• Offering clinical supervision and mentorship programs.
• Partnering with counties to address staffing gaps and improve retention.

5. Supporting Counties in Their Efforts

• Providing comprehensive data and analytics to track performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Developing and implementing innovative solutions tailored to local needs.
• Collaborating with counties on crisis response and disaster recovery efforts.

6. Advancing Mental Healthcare Services

• Demonstrating the value and impact of mental healthcare through research and data collection.
• Promoting innovative approaches to mental healthcare service delivery.
• Collaborating with stakeholders to address emerging challenges and opportunities in the field.