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COSIG Co-Occurring Disorders Conference, Hershey PA, May 15-17, 2006
Purpose
• Create best practice models of systems
integration
• Test the theory that integrated services have
better outcomes for MISA consumers
• Support the potential of integrated systems as a
cost-effective alternative to traditional services
General MISA Pilot Facts
• Dually licensed (MH & D/A) providers
• Policies and procedures that demonstrate MISA
philosophy
• SIIP used as screening tool
• MISA Intensive Case Management available
• MISA Core Competency training for staff
Washington County Philosophy
• Any client wishing services for either mental
health or substance abuse issues has the right to
barrier free access to the service/services of
his/her choice.
• A variety of service settings and intensities have
been provided in order to facilitate client choice.
Washington County Features
• Multiple MISA screening points
• Mobile MISA assessments
• MISA intensive case management
• Establishment of a MISA Oversight Committee
Washington County Features
• Development of a MISA Halfway House, MISA
therapeutic community housing, and mobile
crisis services
• Community committee to promote MISA
awareness and supports
• Enhancements to the dually licensed continuum
of care
Multiple MISA Screening Points
• All treatment providers, not just MISA providers, were
trained in the SIIP (Screening Interview for Initial
Placement)
• Individuals could be assessed at one of three base
service units Centerville, Washington Communities or
SPHS Behavioral Health
• Contracted substance abuse treatment agencies could
complete assessments
• Washington Drug and Alcohol provided assessments,
onsite or mobile, through their Assessment Unit
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