Erie County Department of Mental Health

About

The Erie County Department of Mental Health is comprised of two Divisions: the Division of Program Administration and the Division of Mental Health Forensic Clinics, which includes the Adult Forensic Mental Health Clinic and the Children's System of Care. The Department of Mental Health plans, administers and coordinates a countywide integrated system of comprehensive community based mental health, developmental disability, chemical dependency, and children's system of care programs/services to address the treatment and recovery needs of at risk individuals. Services are provided on a contract basis by community based agencies, other County departments, or directly by the Department's Forensic Mental Health Division. In addition, the Department of Mental Health is the direct service provider in the Erie County Holding Center and the Erie County Correctional Facility. The Erie County Department of Mental Health provides administrative leadership and ensures the coordination of a community based behavioral health system that is accessible, comprehensive, cost effective, person centered and recovery focused for and accountable to its citizens. Our goal is to foster hope and recovery for recipients.

Services Provided

Employment

• Work experience (e.g., volunteer, intern, apprentice, employment training programs)
• Career development (e.g., career counseling, job club, mentor)
• On-the-job training and support (e.g., job coach, assistive technology, supported employment)

Independent/Community Living

• Housing/Residential services (e.g., apartment, low-income housing)
• Supported living (e.g., in-home assistance, group living)
• Recreation (e.g., parks, sports centers, arts, summer camps)

Healthcare

• Health specialists serving youth with disabilities (e.g., developmental pediatrician, occupational therapist, physical therapist, behavioral support)
• Mental health (e.g., crisis, clinics, social work)

Family Supports

• Support groups (e.g., parents, caregivers, peers)
• Educational resources for families

Education/Training

• Certificate programs (e.g., food handling, welding, first aid/CPR)
• School-age programs

Supported Age Ranges

• School age (5-18)
• Young adult (18+)

Counties Served

• ERIE