California Mental Health Services Authority

At CalMHSA, our mindset — the way we approach our work and the way we work within our teams — rests on five key pillars: Curiosity, innovation, mission, ownership, and clarity. Interested in joining us on the journey? Check our openings at www.calmhsa.org/careers/.

Across the state, county behavioral health meets people where they are and remains dedicated to doing whatever it takes to strengthen the safety net — improving access, support, and outcomes for the people who need it most. This new video, sponsored by tells the story of how counties deliver critical care to Californians.

Watch the video: https://www.calmhsa.org/understanding-bh/

Our ongoing partnership with is helping county behavioral health teams focus on caring for their communities with a compliant and provider-friendly system that improves access to care for more than 600,000 Californians.

🔗See our case study: https://www.certifyos.com/resources/case-studies/calmhsa

Are you a Certified Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist? Check out our new no-cost training on ethics & boundaries in peer support. Learn to navigate professional ethics, maintain healthy boundaries and apply decision-making strategies in real-world scenarios. Funded by Support

¿Eres un especialista certificado en apoyo entre pares de Medi-Cal? Conozca nuestro nuevo curso gratuito (disponible solo en inglés) sobre ética y límites en el apoyo entre pares. Aprenda a manejar la ética profesional, mantener límites saludables y aplicar estrategias para tomar decisiones en situaciones de la vida real. Financiado por el

🔗 https://www.capeercertification.org/ethics-boundaries-training/

Looking toward 2026 with hope for strengthening systems and uplifting community to support the well-being of all Californians.

The winter months and the holidays can be particularly challenging in different ways. Remember: self-care. Some tips for mental wellness:

✅️ Set Boundaries. It’s okay to say no and protect your energy.
✅️ Stay Connected. Reach out to a friend, peer, or support group. Connection reduces isolation.
✅️ Move Your Body. Even a short walk can reduce stress and boost your mood.
✅️ Practice Mindfulness. Deep breathing, journaling, and meditation help you stay grounded.
✅️ Ask for Help. Seeking support is a strength, not a weakness.

Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health’s Alternative Crisis Response (ACR) Team offers safe, support for people in a mental health crisis. Their campaign to inform county residents about ACR resulted in a 50% increase in calls to the help line.

🔗Learn more at https://dmh.lacounty.gov/acr/

¡Estamos orgullosos de ofrecer la formación de especialista en apoyo entre pares de Medi-Cal en español! Manténgase atento a nuestra página de cursos en español para conocer las últimas noticias.

We’re proud to now offer our Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist training in Spanish! Stay tuned to our Spanish courses page for the latest updates.

🔗 https://www.capeercertification.org/training-for-medi-cal-peer-support-specialist/

No time like the present to join a dynamic, mission-oriented team focused on improving access and care in public behavioral health! We’re currently hiring for an assistant controller, Peer program specialist, and interoperability analyst. Check out our opportunities!

🔗calmhsa.org/careers

This week, we’re feeling grateful for everything county behavioral health teams do for their communities – and for helping us stay grounded in our own work to support their mission to care for the most vulnerable.

Are you a Certified Medi-Cal Peer Support Specialist? Check out our new no-cost training on ethics & boundaries in peer support. Learn to navigate professional ethics, maintain healthy boundaries and apply decision-making strategies in real-world scenarios. Funded by Department of Health Care Services. https://www.capeercertification.org/ethics-boundaries-training/

¿Eres un especialista certificado en apoyo entre pares de Medi-Cal? Conozca nuestro nuevo curso gratuito (disponible solo en inglés) sobre ética y límites en el apoyo entre pares. Aprenda a manejar la ética profesional, mantener límites saludables y aplicar estrategias para tomar decisiones en situaciones de la vida real. Financiado por el Departamento de Servicios de Salud.

🔗 https://www.capeercertification.org/ethics-boundaries-training/

So proud to have worked on the CalHOPE Support Program (CHSP), a 3-year partnership with Department of Health Care Services —over 200,000 Californians served through a chat app and an additional 100,000 through individual and family group sessions.