SSN-RC-2021-054 - Proposed Sole Source to MST Service for Multi-Systemic Therapy for RCDSS

PROPOSED SOLE SOURCE AWARD TO MST SERVICES FOR MULTI-SYSTEMIC THERAPY (MST) FOR THE ROCKLAND COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES - $53,300

The County of Rockland Department of Social Services (RCDSS) is considering the issuance of a Sole Source award to MST Services for the provision of Multi-Systemic Therapy (MST), for the continuation of training for the team of 4-6 employees, and their supervisor(s) from the RCDSS Children’s Services Unit. 

This award may be made on a sole source basis in accordance with the Rockland County Procurement Policy.

TERM: September 30, 2021 through September 29, 2022

Multi-Systemic Therapy (MST) is an evidence-based intensive family and community-based treatment program that addresses all environments that impact high risk youth homes and families, schools and teachers, neighborhoods and friends. MST can address delinquent/antisocial behaviors, substance use, mental health diagnoses and child abuse/neglect by addressing the core causes. The average length of treatment is between 3 and 5 months, and therapists/provider agency’s outcomes are analyzed to ascertain positive outcomes.

Multi-Systemic Therapy (MST), Clinical Supervision and Training

Provide clinical supervision and training to a team, which includes 4-6 employees and their dedicated Supervisor(s).

Train a Team of 4 to 6 Department of Social Services employees in Multi-Systemic Therapy (MST) which shall include the following:
 

• Provide Program Support and Technical Support (includes shared booster training and QA Technical Support)
• Provide Supervisory convergence call and group consultation
• Conduct Data Collection (TAM, SAM, and CAM Data Collection Services)
• Provide Quarterly MST booster training to the Department of Social Services team. 
• Provide Agency and Team Licenses.