RFP-WC 30-25.pdf

This is a Request for Proposals (RFP) from the Warren County Purchasing Department in New York for a Court-Based Mental Health Navigator program. The New York State Office of Mental Health is providing $101,338 in annual funding to develop a Court-Based Mental Health Navigator in Warren and Washington Counties. The navigator will support justice-involved individuals with mental health needs by working with local systems to coordinate voluntary services, supporting their health, wellness, and recovery. The RFP seeks a qualified professional to provide case management services, with proposals due by 3:00 PM on Thursday, August 14, 2025, at the Warren County Human Services Building. The contract term is one year, with the potential for two additional one-year extensions.

The ideal candidate must have a bachelor's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or a related behavioral health field, with a minimum of one year of professional experience in mental health, criminal justice, or substance abuse. The navigator will work closely with courts, criminal justice professionals, and service providers to help defendants with serious mental illness who are charged with felonies or misdemeanors and are either in the community pending case outcomes or released from jail. Key responsibilities include conducting initial screenings, connecting individuals to mental health services, developing a comprehensive resource guide, facilitating communication with stakeholders, and providing basic information about court processes. The contract is funded through the New York State Office of Community Services, with the county reserving the right to award the contract to the most qualified proposer.