Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services

International Overdose Awareness Day is coming up on August 31. Take this opportunity to share, learn, and participate by expanding your knowledge on how to respond to an opioid overdose and the life-saving potential of naloxone. REVIVE! trainers across the Commonwealth are hosting a series of special events in recognition of this important day. Find an event near you at https://lnkd.in/eTTrKAPs

The IFSP Community's Regional Council assistive technology expo in Weyers Cave is 1 month away! This event is free to attend for anyone interested in learning more about AT. All ages are welcome. A virtual option is available. Reserve your spot and learn more on the My Life, My Community event page: https://lnkd.in/eE8EQ7Uv

DBHDS is now hiring for multiple positions across #Virginia. Join a team that’s making a difference! #NowHiring #Jobs #VirginiaJobs #Employment To view open positions and apply, visit https://lnkd.in/e5rAcmYw.

International Overdose Awareness Day is coming up on August 31. Take this opportunity to share, learn, and participate by expanding your knowledge on how to respond to an opioid overdose and the life-saving potential of naloxone. REVIVE! trainers across the Commonwealth are hosting a series of special events in recognition of this important day. Find an event near you at https://lnkd.in/eTTrKAPs

Gambling is becoming more and more accessible to young adults, but that can lead to increased risk of problem gambling. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call the Virginia Helpline at 888-532-3500, Text at 800GAM or Live Chat online https://vcpg.net.

This week's DBHDS #ThankfulThursday employees are Blakeley Senger, Jaquetta Garris, Mollie Rutlege, Kate Beach, and Mitzi Thackston. Thank you for everything you do to help create a life of possibilities for all Virginians!

📢 Introducing Cohort 7 (2024 - 2026) of the Virginia Management Fellows Program! Katie Brown, Virginia Commonwealth University William Dantini, Washington & Lee University Toni Heo, University of Virginia Todd McDonald, Virginia Tech University McKinley Mihailoff, James Madison University Matthew Nwaneri, William & Mary  Cleve Packer Jr., Wake Forest University Jacob Sztraicher, Virginia Commonwealth University Deondre Wise, Old Dominion University We are thrilled to welcome our newest group of Fellows, who are ready to make an impact in public service. Over the next several weeks, we'll be spotlighting each Fellow, so you can get to know the faces and stories behind this dynamic cohort. Stay tuned for a deeper dive into their experiences, passions, and aspirations as they embark on this exciting journey! #VMFProgram #Cohort7 #PublicService #Leadership #MeetTheFellows #PublicServants

DBHDS is now hiring for multiple positions across #Virginia. Join a team that’s making a difference! #NowHiring #Jobs #VirginiaJobs #Employment To view open positions and apply, visit https://lnkd.in/e5rAcmYw.

Public comment regarding the submission to the U.S. Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) amended applications for the following 1915(c) Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Medicaid Waivers: Building Independence (BI) Waiver; Community Living (CL) Waiver; Family and Individual Support (FIS) Waiver; and Commonwealth Coordinated Care Plus (CCC+) Waiver began on August 6, 2024, and will end on September 6, 2024. For more information, visit https://ow.ly/kWr350SYM9O

To help reduce the risk of problem gambling in youth and young adults, talk to middle school and high school age kids, as well as those heading off to college about the realities of gambling and the negative financial impacts gambling can have on them. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call the Virginia Helpline at 888-532-3500, Text at 800GAM or Live Chat online https://vcpg.net.