Behavioral Health
Assessing and Managing Risk in Community-Based Human and Social Services Organizations
The Social Current Knowledge and Insight Center released an overview of assessing and managing risk for community-based human and social services organizations. Unexpected events and sudden shifts in public policy ...
Report: Positioning Low-Income Workers to Succeed in Changing Economy
Taking Action is a report funded by Annie E. Casey and Joyce Foundations examining educational and employment disparities in the United States, highlighting policies, programs, and strategies designed to improve ...
Behavioral Health Updates
Managed Care Organizations Updates as of 4.9.2025
Philadelphia Infant/Toddler Early Intervention Eligibility Evaluation and Ongoing Service Delivery Request For Proposals (RFP)
The city of Phialdelphia has issued an RFP for two types services: initial eligibility evaluations and ongoing services delivered according to the Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP) for the infant/toddler ...
Peer Services FAQ Document
The Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (OMHSAS) updated the Peer Support Services (PSS) Bulletin and Provider handbook, issued as OMHSAS-24-05, effective December 20, 2024. In order to ...
Pennsylvania Department of Education Complaint System
The Pennsylvania Department of Education released the publicly placed complaint system. This is a requirement under the Glen Mills settlement agreement seeking to ensure that students in residential facilities have ...
Federal Trump Administration Updates
(updated April 16) The Trump Administration is working on advancing his America First agenda, which will result in changes and impacts to PCCYFS members. As a result, the PCCYFS Public ...
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) Undergoes Significant Restructuring
On 3.27.2025, HHS reported that there will be, "dramatic restructuring in accordance with President Trump's Executive Order, “Implementing the President’s ‘Department of Government Efficiency’ Workforce Optimization Initiative.”" This restructuring will ...
Behavioral Health Updates
Managed Care Organizations Updates as of 3.26.2025
Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services – Chapter 5230 – Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (OMHSAS) conducted Technical Assistance (TA) sessions regarding the updated Psychiatric Rehabilitation Services (PRS) regulations outlined in 55 Pa. Code Chapter 5230. ...
