The County of Fresno Department of Behavioral Health

03/16/2026

Important Location Change for Certain Behavioral Health Services

The Fresno County Department of Behavioral Health is pleased to share that several of our programs have relocated to the Health and Wellness Center.

New Location:
1925 E. Dakota Ave.
Fresno, CA 93726

Fresno County Behavioral Health Reception Phone #: (559) 600-9171

The following programs are now located at this site:
• Urgent Care Wellness Center
• Adult Outpatient Programs
o Older Adult
o Clinical Team
o Latino Team
• Adult Psychiatry
o Supporting Positive Alternatives and Recovery through Knowledge (SPARK)

If you are currently receiving services through one of these programs, please note the updated location for future appointments.

For more information about Fresno County Department of Behavioral Health services, visit our website at hopefresnocounty.com or contact our Access Line at 1-800-654-3937.

02/24/2026

If you are interested in joining our team and working with purpose, please consider the following employment opportunities. We are now hiring for the Clinical Supervisor, Licensed Mental Health Clinician, and Senior Licensed Mental Health Clinician positions. Please see the attached flyers for information related to the positions.

Closing Dates:
- Clinical Supervisor – 1/28/2026
- Licensed Mental Health Clinician – 02/05/2026
- Senior Licensed Mental Health Clinician – 02/05/2026

Visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/fresnoca to get started.
Join Our Team! https://www.fresnocountyca.gov/.../Human-Resources/Careers
Please direct all your questions to the Fresno County Human Resources Department at:
hremploymentservices@fresnocountyca.gov
Contact Number – 559-600-1830

02/12/2026

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01/28/2026

Mental Health First Aid is an 8-hour course designed to equip participants with the skills to help someone who may be developing a mental health concern or experiencing a mental health crisis.
Training Details:
Date: March 17, 2026.
Time: 8am-5pm.
Location: Hope Plaza, DSS Building 5, 380 W. Ashlan Ave, Clovis, CA 93612.
Capacity: Limited to 15 participants.
Registration: Required – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mhfa-training-march-17-2026-tickets-1977100177854?aff=oddtdtcreator

If you are interested in attending this free training, please register as soon as possible due to limited seating. You can also click here to view additional training opportunities.

Mental Health First Aid is an 8-hour course designed to equip participants with the skills to help someone who may be developing a mental health concern or experiencing a mental health crisis.

Training Details:

Date: March 17, 2026.

Time: 8am-5pm.

Location: Hope Plaza, DSS Building 5, 380 W. Ashlan Ave, Clovis, CA 93612.

Capacity: Limited to 15 participants.

Registration: Required – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/mhfa-training-march-17-2026-tickets-1977100177854?aff=oddtdtcreator

If you are interested in attending this free training, please register as soon as possible due to limited seating. You can also click here to view additional training opportunities.

01/24/2026

Fresno County Department of Public Health urges the community to avoid kratom and 7-OH products. These unregulated items—often sold as “herbal” gummies, drinks, or shots—have been linked to serious harm and overdose deaths, especially among young adults.

Learn more & stay safe: https://www.fresnocountyca.gov/Departments/Public-Health/Kratom

01/15/2026

Join the Fresno County Department of Behavioral Health for a Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA) Community Planning Forum. These forums are an opportunity to share input, learn more about behavioral health services, and help shape our community's priorities.

Choose the session that works best for you:

Individuals Receiving Services (In Person)
Date: January 27, 2026
Time: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Location: Blue Sky Wellness Center
1617 E. Saginaw Way, Fresno, CA 93704
Interpretation available in Spanish and Hmong

Service Providers and Community-Based Organizations (In Person)
Date: January 29, 2026
Time: 2:00 – 4:00 pm
Location: West Fresno Regional Center, Room 207
142 E Cesar Chavez Blvd, Fresno, CA 93706
Interpretation available in Spanish and Hmong

General Public (In Person)
Date: Monday, February 2, 2026
Time: 4:00 – 6:00 pm
Location: Betty Rodriguez Library
Meeting Room, 3040 N. Cedar Ave, Fresno, CA 93703

Livestream Option
Date: Tuesday, February 3, 2026
Time: 12:00 – 1:00 pm
Watch on the DBH YouTube Channel and page
Closed captions available in English

For questions, email mhsa@fresnocountyca.gov

Learn more at fresnoMHSA.com

01/15/2026

Fresno County Department of Behavioral Health is sharing the following informational webinar hosted by the State of California.

This webinar provides information on how individuals may be eligible to receive state-funded payments while training or working in the following behavioral health roles:

Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) Counselors

Community Health Workers

Peer Support Specialists

This opportunity is administered by the State of California and is not a Fresno County Department of Behavioral Health program.

For additional details and to register for the webinar, please visit the link provided.

Questions should be directed to MBHCBP@hcai.ca.gov
, as all inquiries are handled by the state program, not the county.

Register Here: https://mailchi.mp/hcai/webinar-4752531?e=11c015305d

11/12/2025

We were honored to join the Veterans Parade in downtown Fresno this year. Thank you to all Veterans for your service and dedication to our country.

If you or a loved one needs support, call or text 988 for free, help 24/7.

11/12/2025

The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) is pleased to announce the release of the Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA) Population-Based Prevention Program Guide - Phase 2 (Phase 2 Guide). CDPH is inviting interested parties and Tribes to provide written public comment on the second phase of BHSA population-based prevention program guidance by Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025.



HOW TO COMMENT: CDPH encourages interested parties and Tribes to review the Phase 2 Guide in depth on our website and provide public comment by Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025. Here is how to share your feedback:

Microsoft Forms: Submit written public comment through a Microsoft Forms by 11:59 PM on Tuesday, December 2nd, 2025.
Public Webinar: Attend the CDPH virtual public webinar on Thursday, November 13th, 2025 from 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM to hear an overview presentation of the Phase 2 Guide and share verbal or written public comment during the Zoom webinar (Or copy and paste this link into your web browser: https://csus.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3irejczgQtKPhdWjZnK5bQ #/registration

10/31/2025

If you are interested in joining our team and working with purpose, please consider the following employment opportunities. We are now hiring for a SENIOR SUBSTANCE ABUSE SPECIALIST position. Please see the attached flyers for information related to the positions.

Closing Date: 11/10/25 at 4:00 PM
Visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/fresnoca to get started.
Join Our Team! https://www.fresnocountyca.gov/.../Human-Resources/Careers
Please direct all your questions to the Fresno County Human Resources Department at:
hremploymentservices@fresnocountyca.gov
Contact Number – 559-600-1830

10/30/2025

✨ Beyond Bullying: A Parenting Playbook ✨

When: Wednesday, November 13th at 12:00 pm

What: The signs aren’t always obvious: withdrawn behavior, mood shifts, reluctance to talk about school. These moments speak volumes. In this webinar, parents will learn how to spot the signs, open honest conversations, and address bullying together as a team. They’ll walk away with practical strategies to support their child and create calmer, more connected moments.

How: We'd love for you to share this free event with your families. I've also attached a flyer you can easily forward or print, and you can direct families to register here: https://hellobrightline.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_an67VXnjTFeMGDFP9ujDKQ
A reminder BrightLife Kids is a free behavioral and mental health support for California families with kids ages 0–12.

10/22/2025

If you are interested in joining our team and working with purpose, please consider the following employment opportunities. We are now hiring for a MENTAL HEALTH NURSE I position. Please see the attached flyers for information related to the positions.

Closing Date: 10/27/25 at 4:00 PM

Visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/fresnoca to get started.
Join Our Team! https://www.fresnocountyca.gov/.../Human-Resources/Careers

Please direct all your questions to the Fresno County Human Resources Department at:
hremploymentservices@fresnocountyca.gov
Contact Number – 559-600-1830