Early Intercept Project: Enhancing Mental Health Services in Arlington County
The Early Intercept Project is a collaborative effort between DBHDS, DHS, and ACSO aimed at improving mental health services in Arlington County. Key objectives include reducing ECO recidivism, integrating PBMP and FDP programs, and enhancing discharge planning for clients in state hospitals. Throug
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Understanding Human Rights in Employee Orientation
Explore the importance of human rights in a new employee orientation program at a DBHDS facility. Learn about the role of the Office of Human Rights, local and state committees, regulations, and how to protect individuals' rights. Discover the processes for complaint resolution and the significance
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Study on Barrier Crimes and Criminal History Checks for DBHDS Facilities
This study discusses barrier crimes for DBHDS facilities, licensed providers, and CSBs, emphasizing the impact of drug-related crimes and misdemeanors on employment eligibility. It addresses time limits following convictions, exceptions, waivers, and appeals processes. Demographic data related to ba
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Shared Living Service Overview for Independent Living with Supports
The Shared Living Service, facilitated by Deanna L. Parker, MPA VA DBHDS, offers individuals aged 18 and above the opportunity to live independently with some support. This service is available under all three waivers and entails a one-to-one living arrangement where a roommate provides agreed-upon
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DBHDS Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services Overview
This document provides an update from July 2015 about the services offered by the DBHDS Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services. It covers information on waivers, waiting lists, slot allocation, accessing slots in new waivers, slot assignments, service packages, and suppo
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Quality Assurance Review Team (QRT) End-of-Year Report 2022 Summary
The Quality Assurance Review Team (QRT) plays a crucial role in monitoring waiver assurances for individuals with developmental disabilities in Virginia. The QRT utilizes data from provider and Community Services Boards (CSB) reviews to ensure compliance with waiver performance measures and to ident
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Modernizing Data Exchange and Management for CSB Leaders in Virginia
Widespread challenges in data-related processes within the system are prompting the Virginia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services to envision a modernized data exchange platform. This initiative aims to unify platforms, eliminate rework, and enable self-service reporting, ultimat
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