Special Notice / Hearing: None__
Vote Required: Majority
To: Honorable Board of Supervisors
From: Louise F. Rogers, Chief, San Mateo County Health
Scott Gilman, Director, Behavioral Health and Recovery Services
Subject: Agreement with Puente de la Costa Sur for Project SUCCESS Services and Trauma-Informed Co-occurring Prevention Services
RECOMMENDATION:
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Adopt a resolution authorizing an agreement with Puente de la Costa Sur for Project SUCCESS services and Trauma-Informed Co-occurring Prevention Services for the term of July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022, in an amount not to exceed $335,771.
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BACKGROUND:
In April 2015, Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) released a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Prevention and Early Intervention (PEI) services for youth, delivered in a non-traditional behavioral health setting, using the Project SUCCESS and Seeking Safety service models. Puente de la Costa Sur (Puente) responded with a proposal that was selected for the provision of these services.
In September 2019, BHRS released an RFP for Trauma-Informed Co-occurring Prevention Services for Youth, previously known as MBSAT. Puente was one of four providers that responded and was selected to provide these services.
DISCUSSION:
Through the Project SUCCESS service model, Puente prevents and reduces substance use and abuse, along with associated behavioral health issues among high-risk, multi-problem youth ages nine to eighteen. The early intervention services operate in communities with a high proportion of underserved populations, focusing on middle school and high school-aged students. Through Trauma-Informed Co-occurring Prevention Services for Youth, Puente targets youth and transitional age youth ages 15-25 who are at the greatest risk for adverse childhood experiences (ACE). Nearly 50% of American children have experienced at least one ACE, with children of color and children who grow up in poverty showing the greatest risk for ACEs.
BHRS is requesting that your Board waive the RFP process for PEI - Project SUCCESS services for one year, allowing BHRS time to finalize the RFP for services to start on July 1, 2022.
The resolution contains the County’s standard provision allowing amendment of the County’s fiscal obligations by a maximum of $25,000 (in aggregate).
The agreement and resolution have been reviewed and approved by County Counsel as to form. This agreement has been delayed due to prolonged contract negotiations and is on the Continuing Resolution.
BHRS provides a range of services to promote wellness and recovery, as well as support a reduction in co-occurring mental health substance abuse and trauma-related symptoms in at-risk youth. It is anticipated that 75% of clients will show an increase in coping skills after participating in Project SUCCESS.
PERFORMANCE MEASURE:
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Measure |
FY 2020-21 Actual |
FY 2021-22 Estimated |
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Percentage of clients who show an increase in coping skills after participating in Project SUCCESS |
75% 38 of 50 clients |
75% 38 of 50 clients |
FISCAL IMPACT:
The term of the agreement is July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022. The amount of the agreement is not to exceed $335,771 for the one-year term and is included in the FY 2021-22 Approved Budget. It is anticipated that 100% or $335,771 will be funded by the Mental Health Services Act.