Sonoma County Supplier Systems #0000002199

Sonoma County Solicits Mental Health Patients’ Rights Advocate Services

Sonoma County Department of Health Services is seeking proposals for the provision of Mental Health Patients’ Rights Advocate services. - Government Buyer: - Sonoma County Department of Health Services - OEMs and Vendors: - No specific OEMs or commercial vendors are named; this is a service-based solicitation open to qualified organizations and individuals. - Products/Services Requested: - Mental Health Patients’ Rights Advocate services - Responsibilities include: - Conducting Lanterman-Petris-Short (LPS) certification review hearings - Investigating complaints from behavioral health service recipients - Notifying patients of their individual rights - Monitoring compliance with state and federal patients’ rights requirements - Providing education and training to stakeholders - Collaborating with County staff, providers, individuals served, and community partners - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Compliance with the County of Sonoma Living Wage Ordinance is mandatory - Proposals must be submitted electronically via the County’s Supplier Portal - Services must comply with California Welfare and Institutions Code mandates

Description

The Sonoma County Department of Health Services is seeking qualified organizations and individuals to provide Mental Health Patients’ Rights Advocate services. The successful proposer will conduct Lanterman-Petris-Short certification review hearings, investigate complaints, notify patients of their rights, monitor compliance with state and federal requirements, provide education and training, and collaborate with county staff and community partners. These services are mandated by the California Welfare and Institutions Code to protect the rights of individuals receiving behavioral health services throughout Sonoma County.

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