Source: http://www.dshs.texas.gov/mhsa/news/archive/2013/
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Matched Legal Cases: ['§32', '§355', '§355', '§412', '§412', '§412']

The proposed rules governing requirements for Home and Community-based Services – Adult Mental Health were published for formal comment in the December 13, 2013, issue of the Texas Register.
To access the html version, go to the Secretary of State’s website at: http://www.sos.state.tx.us/texreg/index.shtml.
To access the preview of the proposed rules, find the “Points of Interest” box that is located on the right side of the home page and complete the following steps.
Click on "find" and the publication data will be available.
Click on each section to access the rule text, the "preamble" explains changes to the rule, and the text of the sections being repealed.
Proposed Language - New Chapter 416, Subchapter B (PDF)
The Department of State Health Services (DSHS or Department), NorthSTAR (Program), announces the expected availability of fiscal year (FY) 2016 Medicaid and non-Medicaid funding to provide mental health and substance use disorder services through a managed care network to eligible youth and adults residing in Collin, Dallas, Ellis, Hunt, Kaufman, Navarro and Rockwall counties (Project).
The RFI and all supporting documents may be found at http://esbd.cpa.state.tx.us/bid_show.cfm?bidid=109258.
House Bill 3793 (83rd Regular Legislative Session) ("HB 3793") directs the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) to develop a plan to ensure the appropriate and timely provision of mental health services and to allocate mental health outpatient and hospital resources for the forensic and civil/voluntary populations. This initial plan incorporates the elements required by the legislation: needs, access and availability of services, and allocation of resources, with a separate section addressing issues related to the forensic population. The plan reflects the input and priorities of the HB 3793 Advisory Panel.
The framework reflected in this initial plan will be developed as DSHS works with the HB 3793 Advisory Panel to develop standards and methodologies for implementation. The work to be done includes completing a needs assessment and developing recommendations to address identified needs and barriers, including potential statutory changes. This information will be included in the report DSHS will submit to the legislature and the governor in December 2014.
DSHS was allocated approximately $6.9 million FY 2014 and $16.5 million in FY 2015 to implement these Collaborative Projects. The statute states each grantee is required to “provide evidence of significant coordination and collaboration between the entity, local mental health authorities, municipalities, and other community stakeholders in establishing or expanding a community collaborative…”. Therefore, City and County participation is very important part of the project.
DSHS is hosting this call to ensure that communities targeted by this legislation are aware of this opportunity. We would highly encourage your participation in local efforts underway.
The Texas Legislature Online (www.legis.state.tx.us)
RFI for Community Collaborative Projects
The Comptroller website http://esbd.cpa.state.tx.us/bid_show.cfm?bidid=107705)
Request for Comments: Chapter 415, Subchapter F - Interventions in Mental Health Programs
The draft preamble and draft rule text below are regarding interventions in mental health programs, and are being provided to obtain informal comment. Significant changes to the rules result from legislation (Senate Bill 325 (2005) and Senate Bill 1842 (2013)); changes in the Centers for Medicare and Medicare Conditions of Participation; and comments received during the stakeholder meeting held in 2007. The draft preamble, Section by Section Summary, describes the changes to the current rules and provides reasoned justification for the changes. Please note that on Page 2 of the Preamble, Section by Section Summary, second paragraph, the term "COP" refers to the term "conditions of participation."
A workgroup comprised of internal and external stakeholders suggested a number of revisions to the rule. However, to implement provisions of Senate Bill 1842 in a timely manner, the department decided to temporarily forego many of the revisions suggest by the workgroup because many of those revisions will require considerable time to negotiate between the various stakeholders. A workgroup will be reassembled to address broader revisions to these rules subsequent to the adoption of the attached rules.
Draft Preamble - Chapter 415, Subchapter F - Interventions in Mental Health Programs (PDF)
We’re pleased to announce this year’s winner of the TSPP David Pharis Award as Rusk State Hospital Patient Wellness Program!
This program is responsive to negative trends across our nation of obesity, unhealthy dietary habits, and low exercise rates; in addition to addressing the metabolic syndrome that some mental health patients contend with. RSH professionals, including physicians, nurses, dietitians, and rehabilitation specialists have developed this comprehensive Wellness Program. The program includes a voluntary three week therapeutic educational class for patients, and enhanced medical treatment and monitoring. Physicians refer patients; and nurses, rehabilitation specialists, and dietitians conduct the educational courses. A three tiered system was created for enhanced medical treatment and monitoring, in accordance with the patient’s medical issues. The overall goal of this patient-centered program is to empower patients to “proactively manage their health and fitness, to the highest degree of autonomy and wellness possible”.
The Wellness Program Guidance Team included the following individuals: Joe Bates, MD, Clinical Director; Carmen Cook, RN, MSN, Director, Ancillary Clinical Services; Ed Bruce, RN, MSN, Chief Nurse Executive; Lynda Roberson, MSW, Director, Residential Services; Shinnitta Forman, MED, Director of PEAR; and Joan Frazier, MD, Medical Clinic.
Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (MHSA) Division will hold the Pre-Proposal Conference on Monday, October 7, 2013 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon CDST which can be attended in-person or via teleconference. Pre-Proposal Conference may end early after questions have been addressed.
1. Recovery Support Services Pre-Proposal Conference will be held on the main campus of Department of State Health Services (DSHS), 1100 West 49th Street (map enclosed below), Lecture Hall (Room K-100), Austin, Texas, 78756. Seating is limited to 100 persons. Up to 2 representatives per entity/organization will be admitted.
2. Potential respondents can listen-in to the Pre-Proposal Conference via teleconference. Call-in information: 1-877-820-7831. To access the teleconference enter 177891# to listen-in. Those respondents that plan to listen-in may submit their questions prior to the Pre-Proposal Conference via email by Noon (CT), October 4, 2013, to the designated RFP Point of Contact mailbox (SA-RFP@dshs.state.txu.us) listed in the RFP. Questions will not be accepted over the phone during the Pre-Proposal Conference.
Respondents should bring a copy of the RFP as copies will not be available.
Additional information regarding the pre-proposal conference can be found on the ESBD website at the following link:
http://esbd.cpa.state.tx.us/bid_show.cfm?bidid=108298
Package 6 – Addendum No. 1 Pre-proposal Conference Announcement and Map (MS Word)
The Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Mental Health and Substance Abuse Division announces the expected availability of grant funds for State Fiscal Year (SFY) 2014 to provide substance abuse recovery support services.
Services are being procured statewide. If a respondent is proposing recovery services in multiple Regions, a complete and separate proposal will be required for each Region.
Respondents may apply only as one of the following organizational types:
a. Organizations that provide treatment services for substance use disorders (TO);
b. Peer-run Recovery Community Organizations (RCOs); and
c. Other Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) that have a history of providing services to individuals and families affected by substance use disorders.
If a respondent is applying for multiple regions it may only apply as one (1) organization type for those regions.
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This year's theme is, "Together on Pathways to Wellness". The campaign promotes the societal benefits of prevention and treatment for mental and substance use disorders, celebrates people in recovery, lauds the contributions of treatment and service providers, and promotes the message that recovery in all its forms is possible. Many Recovery Month events are taking place in Texas and around the nation.
Learn more about recovery-oriented initiatives in Texas at 2013 Recovery Month »
The Living With FASD 2013 Summit is a 12-day resource for families living with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders. This online summit is free of charge and begins September 9, 2013. Visit http://livingwithfasd.com/ for information and to register.
Learn more about FASD and access additional resources at http://www.cdc.gov/features/fasd/.
Augst 28, 2013
The Hogg Foundation for Mental Health (http://www.hogg.utexas.edu/) and the Department of State Health Services are underwriting scholarships to the Alternatives Conference (http://www.power2u.org/alternatives2013/) in Austin, TX this December for Texas residents with lived mental health experience. The deadline for applications is Friday, September 20th. Please visit http://www.viahope.org/blog/entry/announcing-alternatives-conference-scholarships-for-texans for more information.
Each year, a number of Texas state agencies, including the Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Mental Health and Substance Abuse Division (MHSA), collaborate to give providers and professionals an opportunity to share information on how to strengthen families and improve communities. The conference is a great way to share your knowledge and skills with a broad audience. The conference website may be found at http://www.dfps.state.tx.us/Prevention_and_Early_Intervention/Partners_In_Prevention_Conference/default.asp.
We are interested in soliciting workshops that will emphasize evidence-based practices in one or more of the following areas:
The deadline for receiving presenter applications is September 20, 2013.
Presenter Application (MS Word)
The Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Mental Health and Substance Abuse Division announces the expected availability of grant funds for the State’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2014. This Request for Information (RFI) is intended to gather information for the upcoming competitive Request For Proposal (RFP) for Healthy Community Collaboratives.
DSHS anticipates that recovery and reintegration into the community served by the community collaborative program will be the overarching goals of participants in the collaborative program. DSHS hopes that the participants secure housing, supportive work, and ongoing recovery from their medical, mental health and substance use disorders.
DSHS anticipates that the program will actively help people to improve their existing relationships with family and build their network of recovery support systems through involvement with 12-step programs, work, community organizations, and faith-based groups. The goal for the collaborative is that the participants will engage in treatment to foster an active and positive role in their community.
For complete information, including due date and contact information, please visit http://esbd.cpa.state.tx.us/bid_show.cfm?bidid=107705.
Questions and Answers for Request for Information (RFI) - Proposed Recovery Support Services
RFI# SA/RSS-574.01
Stakeholders submitted over 120 questions and comments for the Peer Recovery Support Services Request for Information. The Department of State Health Services (DSHS), Mental Health and Substance Abuse Division has developed responses the questions submitted and has posted the submitted comments.
These questions and answers for RFI No. SA/RSS-574.1 for Proposed Recovery Support Services have been posted to the Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD). SA/RSS.574.1 – RFI Proposed Recovery Support Services can be viewed at: http://esbd.cpa.state.tx.us/bid_show.cfm?bidid=106741 under Package 2 (MS Word).
Update to Awards for Behavioral Health Prevention Services
New, updated information regarding the previously posted tentative awards is now available at http://esbd.cpa.state.tx.us/award_show.cfm?proc_id=SA%2FPREV-539%2E1&ag_num=537.
New Information regarding tentative awards posted August 1, 2013 for RFP #SA/INTV-540.1- Substance Abuse Intervention Programs can be viewed at: http://esbd.cpa.state.tx.us/award_show.cfm?proc_id=SA%2FINTV%2D540%2E1&ag_num=537
For questions regarding posting of RFP roster and process, please contact Bernie Rodriguez at SA.IntvRFP@dshs.state.tx.us.
Hearing. The Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) will conduct a public hearing to receive public comment on proposed Medicaid payment rates for Outpatient Behavioral Health Services at 1 PM on August 20, 2013. The hearing will be held in compliance with Human Resources Code §32.0282 and the Texas Administrative Code, Title 1 (1 TAC), §355.201, which require public notice of and hearings on proposed Medicaid reimbursements.
Proposal. The payment rates for Outpatient Behavioral Health Services are proposed to be effective Sept. 1, 2013.
§355.8091, which addresses the reimbursement methodology for licensed professional counselors, licensed master social worker-advanced clinical practitioners, and licensed marriage and family therapists.
Briefing Package. A briefing package describing the proposed payment rates will be available at http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/rad/rate-packets.shtml on or after Aug. 6, 2013. Those interested may obtain a copy of the briefing package before the hearing by contacting Rate Analysis by telephone at 512-730-7401; by fax at 512-730-7475; or by email at sarah.hambrick@hhsc.state.tx.us. The briefing package will also be available at the public hearing.
Wednesday, July 24, 2013 from 5 – 6:30 PM
Room 19-B, 4th Floor, Austin Convention Center (North Side)
Hosted by the Committee on Advising and Planning (CAP) for the Prevention and Treatment of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Disorders and the Texas Department of State Health Services Mental Health and Substance Abuse Division
The future of the MHSA Service Delivery System
At the conclusion of the discussion, we will hold a drawing and one lucky attendee will win a complimentary registration to the 2014 Texas Behavioral Health Institute (must be present to win).
Response Due: July 15, 2013, 2:00 PM Central Time
The Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Mental Health and Substance Abuse Division announces the expected availability of grant funds for Fiscal Year (FY) 2014. This Request for Information (RFI) is intended to gather information for the upcoming competitive Request For Proposal (RFP) for Recovery Support Services. The following Scopes of Work included in this RFI:
Recovery Support Services for Recovery Community Organizations
Recovery Support Services for Facilitating Organizations
This RFI will be used as a research and information gathering tool for preparation of the RFP. No contracts will be issued as a result of this RFI; however, awards will be made as a result of the future RFP. Do NOT submit a proposal based on this RFI. Email: SA.RFI@dshs.state.tx.us.
Complete information is available at http://esbd.cpa.state.tx.us/bid_show.cfm?bidid=106741.
World Drug Day 2013: Make health your "new high" in life, not drugs.
Today, June 26, the world will commemorate the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, an occasion to drive home the message that drug use can take a heavy toll on health and well-being.
Learn more about World Drug Day 2013 at the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC).
The Department of State Health Services (DSHS) Mental Health and Substance Abuse Division is seeking members to serve on a work group to participate in developing and establishing rules for a Jail Based Competency Restoration pilot, as mandated by Act 2013, 83rd Legislature, Senate Bill 1475 (SB 1475).
This pilot includes mental health or co-occurring psychiatric and substance abuse (COPSD) treatment services, as well as legal education for individuals found Incompetent to Stand Trial (IST), consistent with competency restoration services provided in state mental health facilities.
SB 1475 directs the commissioner of DSHS to establish a stakeholder workgroup that must be composed of:
a representative of a local mental health authority
a county commissioner, county judge or elected county officer
a district attorney or county attorney with criminal jurisdiction
a defense attorney judge of a district criminal court or county criminal court
two mental health advocates
any other member DSHS considers appropriate
Call for Presenters and Exhibitors: 9th Annual Strengthening Youth and Families Conference, November 12-15, 2013
Home, School, and Community – Standing Together
The Strengthening Youth and Families Conference is an annual event sponsored by a collaboration of youth-serving partners, including Texas School Safety Center at Texas State University, Texas A&M University’s Public Policy Research Institute, AgriLife Extension Services, Prairie View A&M University's Juvenile Crime Prevention Center, Texas Juvenile Justice Department, Health and Human Services Commission, Texas Department of State Health Services, Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, the State Volunteer Resource Council for Texas Youth, and Friends for Life.
The Conference Planning Committee seeks to offer workshops related to the prevention of high-risk problem behaviors for youth, early intervention for youth who have just begun to engage in indicators of those high-risk behaviors, and treatment for those youth who become trapped in those behaviors. Workshops will be geared to a multi-disciplinary audience of youth-serving professionals, volunteers, and family members.
Although we have reached the end of National Mental Health Month for 2013, our web page dedicated to the 2013 observance of Mental Health Month remains online throughout the year and features information and resources, as well as the winning entries from our Children's Creativity Contest. Take the time to visit these links – you’ll be very glad you did.
We look forward to working with our partners on National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month in July, National Mental Health Month 2014 as well as other awareness events throughout the remainder of 2013!
More than 80 poems were received from across Texas for this second annual contest, written by those living with and recovering from mental illness, their friends, and their families. Five winning entries were selected, along with six poems given honorable mention.
Health and Human Services Enterprise has released information on the enterprise-wide expedited rules process that ensures processing of rules that must be effective September 1, 2013. This expedited process will only be used for rules that are legislatively mandated to be effective September 1, 2013. The timeline identifies and official bulletin are now available.
Today, May 15, marks the mid-point of both National Women’s Health Week and National Prevention Week.
Learn more about both observances and check out the helpful resources you can use in support of promoting wellness related to mental health and substance abuse on the DSHS MHSA page for 2013 National Women's Health and National Prevention Week!
Registration is now available for the Texas Suicide Prevention Symposium: Coming Together to Care 2013 on July 10 8:30am-4:45pm and the Post Symposium Event, July 11, 2013 8:30am-12:30pm "Understanding PTSD for Military Members in Civilian Communities" workshop.
Both events will be held at the Dallas Marriott at Las Colinas, Irving Texas.
To register for these free events, please visit: http://texassuicidepreventionsymposium2013.eventbrite.com
The Department of State Health Services annually hosts the Texas Behavioral Health Institute to promote best practice knowledge to professionals who counsel those who battle addictions, compulsive behaviors, and other mental health disorders.
The Institute is an excellent opportunity for mental health and substance abuse professionals to learn from nationally recognized experts, discover available resources, and network with other professionals committed to delivering quality services. See http://www.texinstitute.com/ for complete information.
RFP #: SA/TPCC-0564.1
Due June 3, 2013 @ 2:00PM CST
The Department of State Health Services (DSHS or the Department) Mental Health and Substance Abuse Division (MHSA), Tobacco Prevention and Control Program announces the expected availability of fiscal year (FY) 2014 tobacco funds to provide city and county health departments, hospital districts, community-based organizations, and/or tribal governments with funds to manage a comprehensive community Tobacco Prevention and Control Coalition (TPCC). DSHS intends to fund comprehensive coalition services in cities or counties with a population of 500,000 or less. Cities or counties with more than 500,000 population, can only be awarded coalition funding for identified zip codes comprised of a target population with less than 500,000 to provide comprehensive services for persons experiencing documented tobacco-related health disparities.
1. Issue RFP by posting to the Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD) 05/03/13
2. Letter of Intent Due (Requested) 05/29/13
3. Deadline for Submitting Questions 05/15/13
4. Post Answers to Questions to the ESBD 05/24/13
5. Deadline for Submission of Proposals 06/03/13
6. Contract Negotiations 07/01/13
7. Post Final Awards to the ESBD 07/15/13
8. Mail/Email Contract(s) to Awarded Respondent(s) for Signature 08/01/13
9. Anticipated Contract Begin Date 09/01/13
DSHS reserves the right to change the dates shown above without notice.
The RFP posting can be viewed at http://esbd.cpa.state.tx.us/bid_show.cfm?bidid=105663
Should you have any questions, please write to SA-RFP@dshs.texas.gov.
May is National Mental Health Month, with special observances taking place throughout the month. Learn about these observances and our work throughout the year to support and enhance the availability of Mental Health services at Mental Health Month - May 2013.
Below is an updated list of Behavioral Healthcare DSRIP (Delivery System Reform Incentive Payment) projects based on the plans HHSC submitted to CMS (Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services) for review.
DSRIP projects are designed to improve Texas’ health care delivery system, including access to care, quality of care, and health outcomes. Note there will still be some changes in terms of projects approved and valuation amounts as projects go through the federal review and approval process.
HHSC has posted a revised list of all the 1322 DSRIP projects we submitted to CMS (the above list is a subset of that list). http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/1115-docs/DSRI-Summary.pdf (PDF)
Additional information about this overall project is available at: http://www.hhsc.state.tx.us/1115-waiver.shtml
An overview of the Overview of Behavioral Healthcare Projects submitted under this five year Medicaid demonstration -- Texas Transformation Waiver – is also included below.
Overview of Behavioral Healthcare DSRIP (Delivery System Reform Incentive Payment) Projects - April 2013 (PDF)
The department is receiving information about how the Exchanges will operate and is contemplating the impact on services provided by local mental health authorities (LMHAs). In the current Charges for Community-Based Services rule (Chapter 412, Subchapter C), LMHAs are required to assist individuals enroll in Medicaid. In a similar fashion, it is anticipated that LMHAs will be asked to assist and support individuals who are potentially eligible to enroll in a health insurance plan. Therefore, the department encourages LMHAs to become Navigators to support this important activity.
Recently the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services announced the availability of new funding to support Navigators in Federal Exchange Marketplaces and LMHAs may want to apply for the Grant. Applications are due June 7, 2013. To access the funding opportunity announcement, visit: http://www.grants.gov, and search for CFDA # 93.750.
WBUR Boston: Common Health Reform and Reality - Talking with Children about the Boston Marathon Bombing
Advice on how to talk with children about the attack in Boston.
Disasters are upsetting experiences for everyone involved. Children, senior citizens, people with disabilities and people for whom English is not their first language are especially at risk and are likely to need extra care and help. However, everyone, even the people that others look up to for guidance and assistance, is entitled to their feelings and deserves support throughout the recovery process.
The National Disaster Distress Helpline is a 24 hours-a-day, seven-days-a-week national service that offers phone- and text-based crisis counseling and support to people in distress related to any natural or human-caused disaster, to help them move forward on the path of recovery. You may reach the Helpline at 1-800-985-5990 or by texting "TalkWithUs" or (o "Hablamos" para Español) to 66746.
Texas Department of State Health Services: Stress Reaction to Traumatic Events
In observance of Mental Health Awareness Month this May, the Texas Department of State Health Services Mental Health and Substance Abuse Division and the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) - Texas are holding a statewide poetry contest open to adults with or in recovery from mental illness and their adult family members.
On March 1, a series of automatic spending cuts —called the sequester – became federal law. Last week, DSHS received guidance regarding this law from the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) about the sequestration cuts to the federal block grants they administer. Both the substance abuse and mental health grants are scheduled to be reduced by an across the board 5% for this federal fiscal year (ending September 2013). In Texas, this amounts to a $6.7 million reduction for substance abuse services and a $1.72 million reduction for mental health services.
To assist us in determining how sequestration cuts will be imposed, DSHS is soliciting input from our stakeholders via this survey: Stakeholder Survey on the Impact of Sequestration on Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services.
Request for Comment: Texas Administrative Code Amendments and Repeal
Request for Comment On 1) Amendments to 25 Texas Administrative Code, §412.202, concerning Special Considerations, and 2)Repeal of Chapter 415, Subchapter J, concerning Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) -- Mental Health Services. Comments Due: March 23, 2013.
Broadcast 89: Request for Comment on Amendments to 25 Texas Administrative Code, §412.202, concerning Special Considerations and Repeal of Chapter 415, Subchapter J, concerning Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) -- Mental Health Services - PDF
Broadcast 89 A: Proposed Amendments to 25 Texas Administrative Code, §412.202, concerning Special Considerations - PDF
Broadcast 89 B: Proposed Repeal of Chapter 415, Subchapter J, concerning Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) -- Mental Health Services - PDF
Mental Health Case Management: New Chapter Adopted
Effective February 14, 2013, the Department of State Health Services has adopted a new Chapter 412, Subchapter I concerning Mental Health Case Management Services. Please see Broadcast 90 and Adopted text of Chapter 412, Subchapter I concerning Mental Health Case Management Services for details.
Broadcast 90: Adoption of New Chapter 412, Subchapter I, concerning Mental Health Case Management - PDF
Adopted text of Chapter 412, Subchapter I concerning Mental Health Case Management Services - PDF
Putting on a successful event takes planning, but we’ve got an easy way for you to get started! Check out our new and improved website at www.TxSayWhat.com, which offers TONS of resources and ideas for your projects - including $500 mini-grants to help fund your ideas! Go to the Say What! website, click on Events, then Texas Tobacco-Free Kids Day for more details!
Host your event on or around March 20 and take part in the largest youth tobacco prevention awareness day in the country!
Once you’ve completed your project, go to http://txsaywhat.com/events/details/ttfkd and fill out the TTFKD reporting form or Log In and submit the final specs of your event!
The Council for Advising and Planning (CAP) for the Prevention and Treatment of Mental and Substance Use Disorders is seeking new members. The mission of the CAP is:
To ensure the provision of consumer and family centered services and supports for persons with mental and/or substance use disorders or serious emotional disturbance. Monitor, review, evaluate and make recommendations regarding the allocation and adequacy of mental and substance use disorder prevention, treatment, recovery and resilience support services in the State.
The CAP is seeking persons to fill the following two positions:
FAMILY MEMBER/ ADVOCATE of someone with a Mental Health or Substance Use disorder or both. (One position available)
CONSUMER/ ADVOCATE of Mental Health (One position available)
The CAP is particularly interested in persons who can serve in one of the above positions and can represent youth under the age of 21 or persons who reside on one of the federally recognized Indian Reservations located in Texas (Tigua/Ysleta Del Sur, Alabama-Coushatta Tribes , Kickapoo Traditional Tribe).