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NY A10034
Bill
Status
3/7/2018
Primary Sponsor
Carmen De La Rosa
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AI Summary
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Amends Social Services Law Section 17 to require the commissioner of social services, in conjunction with the Office for Mental Health, to develop a mandatory training course for all homeless shelter intake workers and volunteers
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Training must focus on best practices for identifying individuals with signs of mental illness and connecting them with appropriate services
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Requires training to be conducted live and in person to allow direct interaction between trainer and trainees
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Takes effect immediately upon enactment
Legislative Description
Requires the commissioner of the department of social services to develop and provide training to intake workers at homeless shelters focused on how to identify and provide appropriate referrals to those suffering from mental health issues.
Last Action
referred to social services
3/7/2018