M-TAC Resources
Certified CPR Trainers Across California
This resource is a non-exhaustive list of Certified CPR Trainers across the state of California, organized by county. CPR Training is not required by the Behavioral Health Information Notice 23-025, but may provide teams with additional skills to increase community safety
Non-Suicidal Self-Injurious Behavior (NSSIB): A Guide for Mobile Crisis Teams
This brief guide is a collection of resources from Cornell University’s Program on Self-Injury and Recovery. They provide a starting point for mobile crisis professionals to learn about NSSIB, understand the dynamics of the behavior, and introduce basic interventions.
DHCS Resources
Behavioral Health Information Notice, No. 23-025
This document provides guidance regarding implementation of the Medi-Cal Community-Based Mobile Crisis Intervention Services benefit by county mental health plans (MHPs), Drug Medi-Cal (DMC) counties and Drug Medi-Cal Organized Delivery System (DMC-ODS) counties.
Behavioral Health Information Notice, No. 23-025 (Key Updates)
This document provides a summary of the key updates made to Behavioral Health Information Notice, No. 23-025 from the previous version.
Required and Supplemental Training List
All mobile crisis team members and service providers are required to complete certain trainings prior to receiving approval to implement the new benefit. Please review the updated list of required trainings, which also includes a list of recommended trainings.
DHCS FAQ
This document includes DHCS’ responses to frequently asked questions from county representatives, providers, and other stakeholders related to the Medi-Cal Mobile Crisis Services benefit. Find additional information about mobile crisis services on the DHCS website, and submit questions to MCBHPD@dhcs.ca.gov.
Other Resources from the Field
National Guidelines for Child and Youth Behavioral Health Crisis Care
The National Guidelines for Child and Youth Behavioral Health Crisis Care offers best practices, implementation strategies, and practical guidance for the design and development of services that meet the needs of children, youth, and their families experiencing a behavioral health crisis. Additional technical guidance is provided in a companion report produced by SAMHSA in conjunction with the National Association of State Mental Health Program Directors, A Safe Place to Be: Crisis Stabilization Services and Other Supports for Children and Youth.
Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist Certification Preparation Guide
(capeercertification.org) This guide was developed by HumRPRO in consultation with CalMHSA to help learners prepare for taking the Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist certification exam. This guide includes exam content, best practices for exam prep, a glossary of terms, and practice questions.
CAMHPRO | Mental Health Peer Support Organization
The California Association of Mental Health Peer-Run Organizations (CAMHPRO) is a 501(c)3 non-profit that provides advocacy, resources, training, and support, including a calendar of weekly events. The Membership fee is $25.00, which can be waived for economic considerations.
Best Practice Guidelines for Employing Certified Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialists
(capeercertification.org) This guide is tailored for workplaces within California that are in the process of incorporating Certified MediCal Peer Support Specialists (CMPSS) or working towards certifying their current peer support specialist employees under the state’s new certification. It provides guidance for workplace managers that ensure equitable recruitment and hiring, establish an inclusive environment for peer employees, provide comprehensive training and professional development, and implement effective supervision and support structures for this newly certified role.