What is BHRS?
Behavioral Health Rehabilitative Services (BHRS), also called wraparound, is a process designed to improve the lives of children and adolescents with complex psychological or behavioral needs. Services are available 7 days a week and become part of the child’s daily routine. The process starts with the building of a treatment team that will work together to develop an individualized treatment plan. The team includes highly-trained mental health professionals, support staff, family members, and when possible, the child. Their goals include:
¨ Assessing the child’s needs and strengths
Setting goals for the child
Setting goals for the family
Evaluating treatment on an on-going basis
Who qualifies for BHRS?
Services are available to any child or adolescent under the age of 21 who meets these guidelines:
¨ Mental health diagnosis and recommendation by a psychiatrist or licensed psychologist
¨ Eligible for Medical Assistance
(Please Note: Any child with a mental health diagnosis is MA eligible in the State of PA
How do I enroll my child?
To enroll or find out if your child or teen is a good candidate for wraparound services call ACRP at (814) 535-2277. Ask for the BHRS (Wraparound) Case Manager.
Psychological Services:
ACRP offers psychological evaluations for children and adolescents to determine whether Behavioral Health and Rehabilitative Services are needed. Call (814) 535-2277 for more information or to schedule an appointment.
Who’s on the BHRS Team?
Mobile Therapist (MT)
A master’s level clinician who provides individual therapy, usually on a weekly basis, for the child or adolescent. Therapy can be done at home, in school, or in the community.
Behavioral Specialist Consultant (BSC)
A master’s level mental health professional who works with the child, family, school, and any other care providers, including Somerset County MH/MR case managers. The BSC writes the treatment plan that other members of the team carry out. The BSC supervises the TSS ensure the treatment plan is followed.
Therapeutic Staff Support (TSS)
A Bachelor’s level mental health professional, who works one-on-one with child or adolescent on a regular basis. The primary role of the TSS is to make sure all elements of the treatment plan are being followed. The TSS works with the child at home, in school and in the community. They also serve as a role model for parents to learn helpful behavior interventions.
TSS Aide
Offers follow-up care, which is less intensive treatment and therapy then that provided by TSS. Helps the child or adolescent make the transition out of BHRS treatment; acts as a support system for parents and helps the child continue to develop socially.
