South Dakota Behavioral Health Agency Policy Manual

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The South Dakota Behavioral Health Agency Policy Manual provides a comprehensive operational framework for agencies delivering mental health, substance use disorder and co-occurring behavioral health services to individuals and families across South Dakota. This manual aligns with the regulations established by the South Dakota Department of Social Services (DSS), Division of Behavioral Health, and complies with Medicaid and state-funded behavioral health service standards, as well as applicable federal requirements under SAMHSA and the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA). The manual includes policies and procedures governing agency certification and enrollment, client eligibility and intake, comprehensive behavioral health assessments, individualized treatment planning, evidence-based therapeutic interventions, psychiatric care, medication management, crisis stabilization, substance use treatment, peer support, staff qualifications and licensure, client rights and protections, trauma-informed care, documentation and billing, incident reporting, emergency preparedness, and quality assurance. It promotes recovery-oriented, person-centered services designed to foster resilience, autonomy, and community integration. This manual serves as a foundational resource for behavioral health providers in South Dakota, ensuring the delivery of high-quality, compliant, and compassionate care that supports mental wellness, substance use recovery, and improved quality of life for individuals across the state.