The intent of this service is to provide short-term recovery-oriented treatment and support that increases the functioning of persons with psychiatric disabilities. The service should include tailored interventions based upon the individual’s unique needs as identified in their individualized recovery plan but may also include routinely available interventions provided by a contractor's inpatient program milieu, as clinically indicated. Upon stabilization of the psychiatric crisis, the individual is connected to the appropriate level of care and transitioned back into the community. Specific desired outcomes of this service are: Easy access to high-quality care for individuals with behavioral health challenges Successful hospital-to-community transition Effective collaboration with community service providers and field offices Effective discharge planning Linkage and referral to community services Reduction in hospital readmissions
