The City seeks to partner with an organization that will provide substance use disorder outreach and education services to youth and people experiencing homelessness. Outreach and education will focus on providing connections to care for people who have—or who are at risk of developing—Opioid Use Disorder (OUD) and any co-occurring Substance Abuse Disorder/Mental Health (SUD/MH) conditions through evidence-based or evidence-informed programs. It is anticipated that services will be provided at least 3-5 days per week for 20-40 hours. However, applicants should propose a schedule they believe will be most effective based on the model required and funding available. Proposals shall describe how the applicant will approach the implementation of the following requirements: • Conduct outreach and other engagement activities to identify eligible individuals and households, including households in shelter programs and affordable housing properties. • Work collaboratively to screen and assess referrals from the Carlsbad Police Department, Carlsbad Fire Department and Carlsbad Housing & Homeless Services Department. • Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to coordinate client care. Attend and participate in regularly scheduled outreach and care conferencing meetings.
