RBHA Regions Rural Behavioral Health Access Grant

Funder: Illinois Department of Human Services: Division of Family & Community Services

The RBHA Regions Rural Behavioral Health Access program aims to enhance mental health services in Stark and Marshall counties. It focuses on crisis intervention, case management, and community outreach, employing two full-time mental health professionals. The program also provides training for educators and first responders to better identify mental health needs, while promoting awareness through community events. This initiative addresses systemic inequities, fostering inclusivity and diversity in service provision.

NOTE:
The applicant has met the Prequalification and Mandatory Requirements listed in this funding opportunity. Registration and prequalification are required annually. Please Note: From start to finish, the time to process all registrations can take up to 12 weeks. Applicants must be prequalified; therefore, applications from entities that have not prequalified prior to the due date of this application will NOT be reviewed and will NOT be considered for funding.All successful applicants are required to complete a risk assessment prior to execution of a grant award. The Internal Controls Questionnaire (ICQ) is the instrument used to assess risk of grantees by identifying an organization's potential weaknesses. The deadline to submit the ICQ is the second Full Proposal date listed above.
Program Summary
A Grantee is needed to provide Rule 140 services to include crisis intervention, linkage and referral, case management, community outreach and therapy/counseling for persons across the lifespan in Stark and Marshall counties. The Grantee will recruit, hire, and employ 2 full-time employees, one being a QMHP and one being a MHP to provide Mental Health First Aid and Suicide Intervention trainings for Teachers, Counselors, Clergy and First Responders to improve identification of mental health needs by professionals in Stark and Marshall counties. The Grantee will sponsor county specific community events to promote mental health and substance use education and advocacy.
Funding Priorities or Focus Areas
IDHS is working to counteract systemic racism and inequity, and to prioritize and maximize diversity throughout its service provision process. This work involves addressing existing institutionalized inequities, aiming to create transformation, and operationalizing equity and racial justice. It also focuses on the creation of a culture of inclusivity for all regardless of race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or ability.