DHS-COMM MENTAL HLTH WORKFORCE

Summary

The bill directs the Department of Human Services to fund paid internships for non‑clinical roles such as human resources, IT, and finance in community mental health organizations. It seeks to reduce staffing shortages and give entry‑level workers experience, especially in underserved or rural areas. Participating entities must report on intern numbers, duration, positions, and retention, and the department reports outcomes to the General Assembly every two years.

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