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HEALTH SERVICES AGENCY / MENTAL HEALTH
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Requested Action(s)
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a) AGREEMENT - Request approval and authorization for the Executive Director to sign the agreement with Northern Valley Catholic Social Service, Inc. for the purpose of providing peer to peer support staff, for a maximum compensation amount not to exceed $650,949, effective 7/1/25 and shall terminate 6/30/28
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Financial Impact:
Costs of services will be paid utilizing Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) dollars allocated for these purposes. Budget Unit is 40131 for Mental Health. There is no impact to the general fund.
Background Information:
This is a renewal agreement with the vendor to provide clients with training and supervision for peer-to-peer support staff, who will be employed by Northern Valley Catholic Social Service utilizing the Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) core values. Northern Valley Catholic Social Service has successfully employed, trained and supervised consumer staff for several Northern California Counties. Peer staff can promote and model wellness and recovery as well as show consumers how utilizing County support services can lead to a productive life.