The Behavioral Health (BH) department of WCSI is led by a staff of over 100 dedicated employees who serve all of Westmoreland County 24 Hours a Day and provide various program services in order to connect our clients with treatment and support services.
- Targeted Case Management – More intensive assistance for the client.
- Certified Peer Services -Services from someone with lived mental health experience.
- Criminal Justice Liaison Program – Assist with keeping individuals with behavioral health needs from entering or moving further into the criminal justice system.
- After Hours Assistance – 24/7 Access to TCM for urgent needs.
- Student Assistance Program – Assists school staff in identifying issues including Behavioral Health needs and/or drug and alcohol issues which pose barriers to a student’s success and assist students in meeting their goals.
WCSI commits to connect our behavioral health clients and their families with the treatment and support they need to succeed. We assess and coordinate for services like:
- Housing supports
- Medical and dental health
- Religious/spiritual
- Peer/friends
- Legal Services
- Financial Assistance
- Education
- Crisis response
- Behavioral Health treatments
The Behavioral Health Department at WCSI is a member of the Carelon Health of Pennsylvania (Formerly Beacon Health Options) for Targeted Case Management provided to Westmoreland County and surrounding western Pennsylvania region residents.
Additionally, the BH Department is a member of the Community Care Behavioral Health Network (CCBH), enabling WCSI to offer our quality services to Allegheny County clients wishing to exercise their right to choose their case management provider as outlined in HealthChoices, the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) managed care plan.
The WCSI BH Department also receives funding from the Westmoreland County Department of Human Services Behavioral Health and Developmental Service Program for select services.
While WCSI is a publicly funded organization, the BH Department is able to assist you in determining your insurance eligibility for services, and to assist with coverage and making referrals. Individuals with private insurance can access many clinical services directly through their insurance provider.
For information on the Non-Discrimination Service Policy: Non-Discrimination in Services Policy
For information on the Non-Discrimination Service Policy in large print: Non-Discrimination in Services Policy