Alaska Online Public Notices #223548

Alaska Youth Pathways to Behavioral Health Program Grant Opportunity

The State of Alaska Department of Health, Division of Behavioral Health, is seeking proposals for the Alaska Youth Pathways to Behavioral Health Program for fiscal years 2027-2028. - Government Buyer: - State of Alaska Department of Health, Division of Behavioral Health - Program Overview: - Seeks to improve access to behavioral health services for children and youth ages 6-24 and their families statewide - Focus on underserved, rural, and un/underinsured populations - Emphasizes referral management, early intervention, prevention, peer support, and coordination with schools and community organizations - Funding & Requirements: - Approximately $14.8 million available over two years, distributed regionally - 25% match requirement for applicants - At least 20% of funds must serve uninsured or underinsured individuals - Services must be non-Medicaid reimbursable and comply with federal and state regulations (including SUPTRS Block Grant requirements) - Applicants must be approved Community Behavioral Health Services providers under 7 AAC 70 and enrolled or prepared to enroll with Alaska Medicaid - Proposals must include measurable outcomes, data reporting, and quality improvement plans - Products/Services Requested: - Behavioral health services for youth and families (no specific OEMs or part numbers) - Includes outreach to persons who inject drugs and system capacity-building activities - Unique/Notable Requirements: - Strong emphasis on referral management and timely connections to care - Coordination with schools, primary care, and community organizations - Regional distribution of funds and focus on measurable outcomes - No OEMs or commercial vendors are specified, as this is a grant for service provision, not product procurement.

Description

The Department of Health, Division of Behavioral Health, is seeking proposals from eligible applicants to provide services through the Alaska Youth Pathways to Behavioral Health Program for FY2027 through FY2028. The program aims to improve access to behavioral health services for Alaskan children, youth, and families, enhance coordination and navigation across the youth behavioral health system, and improve the overall experience of accessing these services. Funding supports non-Medicaid reimbursable activities that strengthen program operations, workforce capacity, service access, and system infrastructure, with a focus on underserved or rural areas and addressing the intersection of youth mental health and substance use.

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