DJJ- High Acuity Mental Health Treatment Model

The Commonwealth of Kentucky is seeking information to inform the planning, development, and delivery of high-acuity mental health treatment services for juveniles. The goal is to create a secure residential treatment facility that can provide inpatient psychiatric care and secure programming for high-acuity youth. The facility is expected to have a size of 38,700 gross square feet, with approximately 3,000 square feet of outdoor space and parking for 60 staff and visitors. The conceptual cost estimate for the facility is around $34,750,000. Respondents are asked to provide information on their experience with high-acuity mental health services, evidence-based practices, and cost-effectiveness. • High-acuity mental health treatment services for juveniles • Secure residential treatment facility • Inpatient psychiatric care • Secure programming for high-acuity youth • Facility size and design • Cost estimate and budgeting • Experience with Medicaid reimbursement • Partnership structure and accountability measures