Green Hill School and Echo Glen Children's Center earned their Behavioral Health Agency (BHA) licensure from the Washington State Department of Health, which means they can now access additional Medicaid funding to expand services, recruit more professionals, and improve programming.
By earning this licensure, facilities are certified to continue to provide the substance use treatment and mental health services that many of these young people need.
“This achievement was made possible by the dedication of our juvenile rehabilitation staff and clinicians.” Said Assistant Secretary Felice Upton “This is proof of our unwavering support and commitment to make a positive impact on the lives of young people at our facilities”
The goal of Juvenile Rehabilitation is to deliver treatment, provide resources, and develop skills so young people can plan for their future and reenter their communities. Through these services, young people are empowered to learn about their rights, self-advocacy, and actively participate in their treatment.
BHA licensure and certification is required if an agency intends to seek Medicaid reimbursement, provide court-ordered mental health or SUD services, or as otherwise specified by state law.