BHS – Children & Youth Services Evidence Based Practices – Multisystemic Therapy (MST)

San Joaquin County’s Behavioral Health Services Department seeks a qualified contractor to deliver Multisystemic Therapy (MST), an evidence‑based, intensive, family‑ and community‑oriented mental health program for youth ages 12‑17 with serious behavioral disorders and justice‑system involvement. The contract will be funded through Medi‑Cal fee‑for‑service rates, with an initial term of up to three years (potentially extendable to four). Proposers must be certified Medi‑Cal providers, demonstrate capacity to staff 2‑4 clinicians plus a supervisor, provide 24/7 on‑call coverage, and meet extensive reporting, training, and compliance requirements. Submissions must be received by October 6, 2026; questions were due by September 16, 2026. • Target population: Medi‑Cal enrolled youth 12‑17 with externalizing/justice‑involved behaviors. • Service model: Home‑based, intensive MST treatment averaging 4 months per family, caseload 4‑6 families per team. • Staffing: Minimum 0.5 FTE licensed supervisor + 2 FTE clinicians; 24/7 on‑call system. • Contract term: Up to 3 years (possible 1‑year extension). • Funding: Medi‑Cal Full Financial Participation, rates negotiated to DHCS 2026‑27 fee schedule. • Mandatory deliverables: Clinical documentation, data reporting, participation in training, audits, and program evaluation. • Submission: One hard copy + one electronic copy (flash drive) by Oct 6, 2026 to Vanessa Gagnon.