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NY A04882
Bill
Status
2/8/2021
Primary Sponsor
Carmen De La Rosa
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AI Summary
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Amends Social Services Law Section 17 to require development of a mental health training course for homeless shelter intake workers and volunteers, in conjunction with the Commissioner of the Office for Mental Health.
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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 all employees and volunteers providing intake services at homeless shelters to participate in the training course.
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Mandates training be conducted live and in person to allow interaction between trainers 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
2/8/2021