Utah Admin. Code 523-18-4

Current through Bulletin No. 2024-21, November 1, 2024

Section R523-18-4 - General Provisions

(1) MCOT services are based on the following principles:

(a) cultural competence,

(b) strong community relationships,

(c) the use of peer supports,

(d) the use of evidence based practices,

(e) building on existing foundations with an eye towards innovation,

(f) utilization of an integrated system of care,

(g) outreach to students through school-based clinics,

(h) trauma informed care,

(i) de-escalation,

(j) access to supports and services is timely,

(k) services are provided in the least restrictive manner possible,

(l) crisis is defined by the individual or family,

(m) treatment plans are strengths-based,

(n) helping the individual and family to regain a sense of control and safety is a priority, and

(o) embed elements of Zero Suicide.

(2) MCOTs must be capable of serving in the context of a crisis as outlined below:

(a) children, adolescents, adults and older adults,

(b) individuals with co-occurring conditions including:

(i) mental health conditions,

(ii) substance use disorders,

(iii) medical needs,

(iv) intellectual/developmental disabilities,

(v) physical disabilities,

(vi) traumatic brain injuries; and/or,

(vii) dementia and related neurological conditions.

(c) individuals demonstrating aggressive behavior,

(d) individuals who are uninsured or unable to pay for services, and

(e) individuals who may lack Utah residency or legal immigration status.

(3) MCOTS shall encourage each modality of service within the Crisis Response System to incorporate peer support into the services they provide, when clinically appropriate.

Utah Admin. Code R523-18-4

Adopted by Utah State Bulletin Number 2018-23, effective 11/15/2018

Amended by Utah State Bulletin Number 2019-10, effective 4/22/2019