Merced County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services

Merced County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services If you or a loved one is experiencing a behavioral health crisis, please call 988.

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How do you know if your student needs more support & where do you go to find it? Find support with Screen4Success!A 10-m...
08/20/2025

How do you know if your student needs more support & where do you go to find it? Find support with Screen4Success!
A 10-minute screener for health, wellness & well-being that'll look for signs of risk & help you find support to address any concerns. samhsa.gov/substance-use/prevention/talk-they-hear-you/screen4success

Now Open: Request for Proposals (RFP) Merced County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) is seeking qualified ...
08/20/2025

Now Open: Request for Proposals (RFP)

Merced County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) is seeking qualified organizations to deliver Early Intervention Programs under the Behavioral Health Services Act (BHSA).

Early Intervention services aim to:
✔️ Identify and address early signs of mental health and substance use challenges
✔️ Prevent severe conditions and risky behaviors
✔️ Support individuals in leading healthy, fulfilling lives

Pre-Proposal Conference
🗓 August 22, 2025
🕚 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Microsoft Teams or Call-in

Questions? Contact:
Kim Nausin
Purchasing Manager, Merced County
kim.nausin@countyofmerced.com

NOW HIRING: Special Projects Coordinator (Extra Help) MCBHRSLead Capital Projects That Transform Behavioral Health Servi...
08/20/2025

NOW HIRING: Special Projects Coordinator (Extra Help) MCBHRS

Lead Capital Projects That Transform Behavioral Health Services
Are you a skilled project manager with a background in construction or public works? BHRS is looking for a Special Projects Coordinator (EH) to lead capital improvement projects, including those funded by BHCIP, to support key statewide initiatives:

✅ Behavioral Health Transformation
✅ SB 43 Implementation
✅ Services for Justice-Involved Populations
🔍 Position Highlights:
🕐 Extra Help (Part-time, up to 20 hrs/week)
💰 Up to $60/hr (DOE)
📁 Capital project + public works leadership
🤝 Collaborate with Public Works, architects & contractors
📊 Manage timelines, budgets & compliance

✅ You Bring:
✔ 5+ years in public works, project, or CIP management
✔ Strong coordination & stakeholder skills
✔ Ability to interpret plans/specs
✔ Bonus: Experience in behavioral health or social services

Help us shape the future of care in Merced County. 📩 Apply now: governmentjobs.com

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08/19/2025

A successful school year starts with more than supplies. Mental health and substance misuse support can make a big difference for students and educators.

If you need help with mental health or substance misuse, help is available: samhsa.gov/find-help

08/19/2025

The weekend’s looking great, Merced County!

According to the Hanford National Weather Service, temperatures will be in the low 90s, with a warm-up returning next week.

If you need a break from the heat, Merced County Cooling Zones are open and ready to welcome you. Find the nearest location through the Perimeter App, https://perimetermap.com/Merced-CA

Need a ride? THE BUS is offering complimentary trips to cooling zones, and paratransit pickups can be scheduled by calling 1-877-232-7433.

Weather Updates, https://www.weather.gov/hnx/

This recognition is a reminder that at BHRS, kindness and compassion are at the core of everything we do.Thank you, Erne...
08/19/2025

This recognition is a reminder that at BHRS, kindness and compassion are at the core of everything we do.
Thank you, Ernesto, and the entire team, for your unwavering commitment to our residents.

Being the highest performing County in California is about doing what matters most, with focus, consistency and excellence. Merced County CEO Mark Hendrickson met with one of our finest Behavioral Health and Recovery Services (BHRS) team members, Mental Health Worker Ernesto Romero. Ernesto is assigned to our Crisis Stabilization Services Unit and Marie Green Psychiatric Center and provides a high-level of care to those experiencing the most challenging of circumstances.

As CEO Hendrickson continues meeting with team members across all departments, he continues to emphasize the importance of delivering the highest level of customer service for Merced County residents.

Thank you to the entire BHRS team for its commitment to kindness and compassion.

Pictured (standing, left to right): Mark Hendrickson, Merced County CEO; Julianne Sims, BHRS Assistant Director; and Alexandra Pierce, BHRS Assistant Director.
Seated: Ernesto Romero, Mental Health Worker II.

☕ Happening This Morning! ☀️We’re brewing up something special at Rise to Higher Grounds Café today! Stop by for your mo...
08/13/2025

☕ Happening This Morning! ☀️

We’re brewing up something special at Rise to Higher Grounds Café today! Stop by for your morning coffee and support MCOE Adult ROP/Merced County Probation students.

📍 Merced County Behavioral Health
301 E. 13th St, Merced (Parking Lot)

🕰 8:30 – 10:30 a.m.

💳 Credit card or digital payments only

Come grab your cup, connect with the community, and start your day on higher ground! 💛

08/12/2025

🚐☕ We’re Keeping National Coffee Month Rolling—and We’re Headed to One of Our Busiest Spots! ☕🚐

TOMORROW morning (Tuesday, August 13), the Rise to Higher Grounds coffee trailer is rolling into Merced County Behavioral Health (301 E 13th St, Merced) from 8:30–10:30 a.m., and we’re ready to bring the energy! This stop is always buzzing and we LOVE seeing so many familiar faces come out for their morning fix. ☕🎉

Our student baristas from Merced County Probation will be serving up all your handcrafted Peet’s Coffee favorites, plus smoothies, bagels, and our famous homemade coffee cake.

💬 Question of the Day: What’s your favorite coffee spot—at home, at work, or anywhere there’s sunshine and good company? Let us know when you visit! 👇

We can’t wait to see you bright and early—come grab your midweek fuel-up! 🚐✨
Merced County Behavioral Health and Recovery Services Merced County Probation

08/12/2025

stress can be tough. Listen to yourself—if you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or feeling burnt out, it’s OK to ask for help.

Text, call or chat the for confidential help during difficult moments anytime, day or night. 988Lifeline.org

☕ Tomorrow Morning! ☀️Don’t miss your chance to grab a delicious coffee from Rise to Higher Grounds Café and support MCO...
08/12/2025

☕ Tomorrow Morning! ☀️

Don’t miss your chance to grab a delicious coffee from Rise to Higher Grounds Café and support MCOE Adult ROP/Merced County Probation students.

📍 Merced County Behavioral Health
301 E. 13th St, Merced (Parking Lot)

🕰 Tomorrow – Wednesday, August 13th | 8:30 – 10:30 a.m.

💳 Credit card or digital payments only

Start your day right and make a difference with every sip! 💛

☕ Start Your Day Right – This Wednesday! ☀️Join us in two days for a fresh cup of coffee from Rise to Higher Grounds Caf...
08/11/2025

☕ Start Your Day Right – This Wednesday! ☀️

Join us in two days for a fresh cup of coffee from Rise to Higher Grounds Café and support MCOE Adult ROP/Merced County Probation students.

📍 Merced County Behavioral Health
301 E. 13th St, Merced (Parking Lot)

🗓 Wednesday, August 13th | 8:30 – 10:30 a.m.

💳 Credit card or digital payments only

Come sip, support, and make a difference! 💛

08/08/2025

Address

301 E 13th Street 3rd Floor
Merced, CA
95341

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 7pm
Tuesday 8am - 7pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+12093816800

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About Merced County BHRS

Vision

Inspiring hope and recovery for those we serve as the premier provider for quality whole person care.

Mission Statement