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Request for Proposal: Mobile Mental Health Program

Date Issued: February 2, 2024

Date Due: March 4, 2024

 

Notice is hereby given that Ventura County Behavioral Health has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) on February 2, 2024 for qualified applicants to solicit proposals to deliver brief, walk-in style mobile mental health therapy sessions for one or more of the following efforts: 

  1. Mental health sessions
  2. Substance use services
  3. Peer support
  4. Injections or prescription of psychiatric medications
  5. Prevention screenings and testing of health factors
  6. Diabetes and hypertension monitoring

 

The RFP, with full instructions is available through the Ventura County Bonfire system at: https://ventura.bonfirehub.com/opportunities/113443.

RFP responses are due by Monday March 4, 2024 no later than 5:00 p.m. Completed proposals should be submitted through the Bonfire system.

See the RFP PDF >

Request for Proposal: Driving Under the Influence Program Services

RFP: Driving Under the Influence Program Services
Date Issued: August 11, 2023
Date Due: September 22, 2023

Notice is hereby given that Ventura County Behavioral Health (VCBH) has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) on August 11, 2023 for qualified applicants to solicit proposals to provide Driving Under the Influence (DUI) Program Services. DUI programs are education and counseling programs licensed by the State of California and mandated for persons convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or other drugs. VCBH will endorse selected DUI applicant(s) to the California Department of Healthcare Services (DHCS). After Licensure by the DHCS, VCBH will contract with the selected DUI program provider(s) by contract.

The RFP, with full instructions, is available through the Ventura County Bonfire system at: https://ventura.bonfirehub.com/opportunities/102472

RFP responses are due no later than Friday, September 22, 2023 at 5:00 p.m. Completed proposals should be submitted through the Bonfire system.

All information related to this RFP may be directed to the assigned VCBH Contracts Administrator, Barbara Kramer, through the Message section of the Bonfire system at: https://ventura.bonfirehub.com/opportunities/102472

See PDF of RFP >

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Request for Proposal: Substance Use Services – Prevention Services

RFP: Substance Use Services – Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Prevention Services
Date Issued: July 7, 2023
Date Due: August 21, 2023

Notice is hereby given that Ventura County Behavioral Health has issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) on July 7, 2023 for qualified applicants to solicit proposals to provide services for one or more of the following efforts:

  1. Opioids and Illicit Drug Initiative: Prevention and Education
  2. Opioids and Illicit Drug Initiative: Naloxone Distribution and Overdose Response Training
  3. Opioids and Illicit Drug Initiative: Engaging Medical Professionals to Prevent Overdose
  4. Addressing Health Disparities Initiative
  5. Marijuana & Vaping Prevention Initiative
  6. Underage and Binge Drinking Prevention Initiative
  7. Impaired Driving Prevention Initiative
  8. Technical Assistance and Training Services
  9. Media and Prevention Messaging Services
  10. Research and Evaluation Services and
  11. School-Based Prevention Services

The RFP, with full instructions, is available through the Ventura County Bonfire system at: County of Ventura - Substance Use Services – Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Prevention Services (bonfirehub.com)

RFP responses are due by Monday August 21, 2023 no later than 5:00 p.m. Completed proposals should be submitted through the Bonfire system.

See PDF of RFP >

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month.

Learn more:

For wellness tips, visit: www.wellnesseveryday.org/wellness-tips

www.mhanational.org/mental-health-month

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National Prevention Week is May 7-13

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National Prevention Week is a national public education platform showcasing the work of communities and organizations across the country dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of substance misuse prevention and positive mental health. www.samhsa.gov/prevention-week

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Mental Wellness Event: Empower Up! – May 4, 2023

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Empower Up Your Mental Wellness!

A day where young people will come together in one space to empower one another to elevate mental well-being.

  • Thursday May 4, 2023
    10AM – 2PM
  • Cal Lutheran University

Featuring:

  • Engaging activities and workshops
  • Inspiring talks by local youth leaders

For grades 9-12. Lunch and giveaways will be provided.

Spanish and ASL interpreters will be available.

Save the Date!

To register, contact: MHSA@ventura.org

See the event flyer >

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Community Wellness Mini-Grants Program - Notice of Availability of Funding

Public Notice
Notification of Availability of Funding

Ventura County Behavioral Health
Community Mini-Grants Program

Notice is hereby given that Ventura County Behavioral Health (VCBH) has issued a Notice of Availability of Funding on February 23, 2023 for applications for Community Mini-Grants Program funding. Through the Community Mini-Grants Program, VCBH is making funding available through competitive grants for new contract providers to pilot community engagement events or programs. Projects must address the needs of unserved and underserved populations in Ventura County.

Applications are due by Tuesday, April 4, 2023 no later than 5:00 p.m. to Maryza Seal, VCBH Contracts Manager, at VCBH, 1911 Williams Drive, Suite 200, Oxnard, CA 93036.

Any questions related to this Notice of Availability of Funding for Community Mini-Grant Program funding must be directed to the VCBH Contracts Manager, Maryza Seal, at Maryza.Seal@ventura.org.

Application Guidelines > (PDF)

Community Mini-Grant Questions and Answers

Notification of Intent To Award – Community Mini-Grants, May 4, 2023 > (PDF)

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June is PRIDE Month

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November is Native American Heritage Month

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Native American Heritage Month, observed every November in the United States, celebrates the rich and diverse cultures, traditions, and histories of American Indians and Alaska Natives (AI/AN).

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