Community Mental Health – CEI
Habilitation Waiver, Supported Employment, Children’s SED — Contract Service Provider
2009–2014
Program & Contract Context
Community Mental Health authorities administer Medicaid-funded behavioral health, habilitation, and employment services for individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD), serious mental illness (SMI), and children with serious emotional disturbance (SED).
Contracted Role & Delivery Scope
As a contracted CMH provider, Dr. Brown managed habilitation waiver services and supported employment programs for adults with I/DD and SMI, coordinating with treatment teams. He also launched youth-focused SED supports emphasizing school readiness, employment exposure, and family engagement.
Operational Outcomes & Capabilities
Operational Leadership & Staffing Scale
Managed a multidisciplinary team of approximately 15–20 direct service staff and supervisors.
Integrated Employment & Habilitation Services
Aligned habilitation and employment supports with treatment plans to promote competitive, integrated outcomes.
Youth Transition Supports
Developed SED-focused programming integrating families, schools, and community partners.