FREQUENTLY aSKED QUESTIONS
I have a family member that needs help, what can I do?
First and foremost we commend you for seeking help. Having genuine interest in the wellbeing of your loved ones is always the first step. You are not alone in this journey so feel free to give us a call. Also, every other Tuesday of the month we have a Support Group for those that have a family member with a mental illness. By attending this Support Group you can gain some knowledge and insight on how to navigate the situation. Many times the challenge is getting your loved one to actually seek help. Individuals in this Support Group have walked in your shoes and are ready to help. The Support Group is available at no cost to you. Click here for more info.
If I seek help, will my information remain confidential?
Yes. Behavioral Health is bound by HIPPA laws. We CANNOT talk to anyone about you without your signed permission. NO ONE will know of your involvement without a signed release. The limits of confidentiality will be explained to you when you first meet with a case manager or clinician.
Are Kings View and Behavioral Health the same agency?
Behavioral Health partners with Kings View as the contracted provider for County mental health services. Kings View also has a different criteria for eligibility than Behavioral Health and cannot provide services to those persons who have insurance. The exception is crisis situations – ANYONE will be served in a crisis situation! If a crisis situation arises, call 1-800-655-2553, or go to your local emergency room.
Where are you guys located?
Click here to find us.
Do I need insurance to be eligible for Behavioral Health's Services?
Behavioral Health services are open and available to you simply because you live in Kings County. If you meet other eligibility criteria, we offer our services completely free, we do not charge clients nor their insurance. Financial information may be collected to help us better identify resources available to you.
How are you funded?
We are funded by the California ballot Proposition 63, also known as the Mental Health Services Act, which passed in November 2004. The Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) imposes a tax of 1% on incomes of $1 million and over. Learn more about the MHSA under our programs tab.
How can I apply for a job at Kings County Behavioral Health?
Kings County Behavioral Health is part of local county government. As such, we do our recruitment and hiring through the County Human Resources Department. If there isn't any openings at the time you can fill out a job interest card and you will be contacted when an opening becomes available. Click here to go to our County HR Department.
What is mental illness and how common is it?
A diagnosis of mental illness is made by professionals using validated indicators of psychological distress and impairment due to emotional problems. In common terms, mental illness can be understood as psychological distress that impairs everyday activities including work, chores, social lives, and relationships. A 2005 study showed that nearly one in five ( around 4.9 million) adults in California reported needing help for a mental or emotional health problem. To learn more about specific behavioral health disorders, visit: www.mentalhealth.gov/what-to-look-for/index.html
First and foremost we commend you for seeking help. Having genuine interest in the wellbeing of your loved ones is always the first step. You are not alone in this journey so feel free to give us a call. Also, every other Tuesday of the month we have a Support Group for those that have a family member with a mental illness. By attending this Support Group you can gain some knowledge and insight on how to navigate the situation. Many times the challenge is getting your loved one to actually seek help. Individuals in this Support Group have walked in your shoes and are ready to help. The Support Group is available at no cost to you. Click here for more info.
If I seek help, will my information remain confidential?
Yes. Behavioral Health is bound by HIPPA laws. We CANNOT talk to anyone about you without your signed permission. NO ONE will know of your involvement without a signed release. The limits of confidentiality will be explained to you when you first meet with a case manager or clinician.
Are Kings View and Behavioral Health the same agency?
Behavioral Health partners with Kings View as the contracted provider for County mental health services. Kings View also has a different criteria for eligibility than Behavioral Health and cannot provide services to those persons who have insurance. The exception is crisis situations – ANYONE will be served in a crisis situation! If a crisis situation arises, call 1-800-655-2553, or go to your local emergency room.
Where are you guys located?
Click here to find us.
Do I need insurance to be eligible for Behavioral Health's Services?
Behavioral Health services are open and available to you simply because you live in Kings County. If you meet other eligibility criteria, we offer our services completely free, we do not charge clients nor their insurance. Financial information may be collected to help us better identify resources available to you.
How are you funded?
We are funded by the California ballot Proposition 63, also known as the Mental Health Services Act, which passed in November 2004. The Mental Health Services Act (MHSA) imposes a tax of 1% on incomes of $1 million and over. Learn more about the MHSA under our programs tab.
How can I apply for a job at Kings County Behavioral Health?
Kings County Behavioral Health is part of local county government. As such, we do our recruitment and hiring through the County Human Resources Department. If there isn't any openings at the time you can fill out a job interest card and you will be contacted when an opening becomes available. Click here to go to our County HR Department.
What is mental illness and how common is it?
A diagnosis of mental illness is made by professionals using validated indicators of psychological distress and impairment due to emotional problems. In common terms, mental illness can be understood as psychological distress that impairs everyday activities including work, chores, social lives, and relationships. A 2005 study showed that nearly one in five ( around 4.9 million) adults in California reported needing help for a mental or emotional health problem. To learn more about specific behavioral health disorders, visit: www.mentalhealth.gov/what-to-look-for/index.html