RI H7994

DCYF receives primary responsibility for overseeing and administering behavioral health services for children, including those in DCYF care, children with serious emotional disturbances, and children with developmental or functional disabilities

DCYF must develop a comprehensive, integrated home and community-based continuum of care that is child-centered, family-driven, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive, with services delivered in the least restrictive settings

DCYF must collaborate with the state Medicaid agency to ensure compliance with Early and Periodic Screening, Diagnostic and Treatment (EPSDT) provisions for comprehensive behavioral health services

DCYF will establish a governance structure to coordinate with other state agencies including the Department of Health, Department of Human Services, Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities and Hospitals, and Department of Education

The system of care framework must emphasize prevention, early intervention strategies, and ensure children and families are involved in decision-making about their services