Calaveras County Behavioral Health

03/24/2026

Across the state, county behavioral health meets people where they are and maintains its dedication to doing whatever it takes to strengthen the safety net — improving access, support, and outcomes for the people who need it most.

Too often, people living with serious mental illness and substance use disorder struggle to access the care they need. That's why California has a safety net that coordinates across many different systems. At the center of this safety net is county behavioral health — which operates as an insuranc...

03/20/2026

Aegis Treatment Center is bringing their Mobile Unit to Calaveras County.

For a rural county like ours, this matters. It means services coming directly to our communities, reducing barriers, and making it easier for people to access support when and where they need it.

There will be Mobile Unit Open House so you can come see it firsthand, meet the Aegis team, and learn more about how medication-assisted treatment and substance use services are expanding locally.

We hope to see you there. 💛

02/06/2026

On January 27, Calaveras County Behavioral Health Services reached an important milestone with the groundbreaking of our future Behavioral Health Integrated Service Site in San Andreas-and the support that showed up that day truly meant everything.

We were honored to see community members, partners, and the full Board of Supervisors come together to mark this moment. The strong turnout was a powerful reminder of how deeply this work is supported and how much it matters to Calaveras County!

This project was made possible by a $22.6 million award from the State of California s Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program (BHCIP), which was created to invest in long-term, community based spaces that make behavioral health care more accessible, coordinated, and sustainable.

After more than twenty years of operating out of temporary facilities, this new site will provide a permanent, modern, trauma-informed space designed to expand access, improve coordination of care, and better serve children, youth, and families in our community.

This milestone reflects years of planning, collaboration, and dedication -and it belongs to everyone who helped make it possible!

Save the date: Ribbon cutting coming July 2027.
Here we go!

01/15/2026

SAVE THE DATE

Calaveras County Behavioral Health
Groundbreaking Ceremony

January 27, 2026
12:00 PM
891 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas, CA 95249

Join us as we celebrate a historic milestone made possible by the State of California’s $22.6 million Behavioral Health Continuum Infrastructure Program (BHCIP) grant. This project represents a major investment in Calaveras County’s behavioral health system and will significantly expand access to high-quality, trauma-informed services.

This new facility will strengthen the continuum of care in our rural community and ensure that individuals and families can receive the support they need, close to home.

We look forward to celebrating this important step forward with our community and partners.

12/23/2025

Come down to the Metropolitan at 59 Main Street and have a spaghetti dinner with Santa and his elves!! We are extending until 7!! There are slime crafts, face painting, and dessert!!

12/10/2025

The Grinch didn’t steal Christmas -he joined Behavioral Health instead! 🎄💚

This year our Behavioral Health team brought Whoville to the Murphys and Valley Springs parades; lights, Martha May, Cindy Lou Who, Elves, gingerbread joy, and even Max!
But the real star of the show?
Our Crisis Response Van.

While it looked festive for the parade, its everyday purpose is deeply meaningful.
Our crisis van is on the road to support individuals who are experiencing:
• Mental health crises
• Safety concerns
• Emotional distress
• The need for urgent connection to services

Instead of hospitals or law enforcement being the only option, our team provides compassionate, de-escalation-focused support right where people are with dignity, respect, and care.

Seeing our community wave, smile, and celebrate with us was a reminder of why we do this work.
Because every person in Calaveras County deserves to feel seen, supported, and never alone -during the holidays and all year long.

✨ From Behavioral Health to Whoville… thank you for sharing the magic with us. ✨

12/10/2025

Today was a big day for Calaveras County Behavioral Health!

After months of work, conversations, setbacks, and a whole lot of steady resilience, the Board asked us to revisit the possibility of purchasing the building that would allow us to finally create a safe, temporary housing space for community members in transition.

And even better- we were officially approved to move forward with the lease and begin with 10 transitional housing beds.

This isn’t a shelter.
This is a pathway.
A place for people to stabilize, to regroup, and to reconnect with services -just steps away from the support they need.

This isn’t just a win for our division -it’s a win for the people we serve.
A win for dignity.
A win for stability.
A win for a stronger, more compassionate community.

This progress is made possible through the Behavioral Health Bridge Housing Grant, with long-term sustainability supported by the Behavioral Health Services Act. We are deeply grateful to the Department of Health Care Services for believing in this work and partnering with us to bring it to life.

Our team has stayed committed, focused, and community-centered every step of the way… and today, that mattered.

Feeling proud of this crew and grateful for the chance to help shape something that will truly change lives. ✨

12/08/2025

By Cemile Kavountzis, for Pfizer, USA TODAY, and Rural Minds

During her freshman year in college, Asheton was deeply affected by a classmate’s su***de. And even though she hadn’t known him personally, his story hit home.

“The thing that stuck with me is that he was just like me,” she said. “He came from a small town. He lived on the same floor as me. He was a freshman, and he was taking the same classes I was, and he was struggling with them.”

For Asheton, moving from Roxboro, North Carolina, to the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill had been an exciting change from the quiet country roads of her childhood. Growing up, her closest friends lived miles down the road.

“I went from being the smartest kid in the school to being one of the smart kids. And it was like I was pulled underwater,” she explained. “It was the most difficult change I’ve ever had to deal with.”

Rural Youth Mental Health Video Closing the Mental Health Gap Among Rural Youth in the US By Cemile Kavountzis, for Pfizer, USA TODAY, and Rural MindsDuring her freshman year in college, Asheton was deeply affected by a classmate’s su***de. And even though she hadn’t known him personally, his st...

12/03/2025

📣 Calaveras County Youth—Your Voice Matters!

We are looking for a young person (ages 14–25) to serve on the Calaveras County Behavioral Health Advisory Board! Youth with personal or family experience with mental or behavioral health services are especially encouraged to apply — your lived perspective is incredibly valuable.

🗓 Meetings: First Tuesday of every month
⏰ Time: 3:30–5:00 PM
📍 Location: San Andreas

Why the board exists

California requires each county to have a Behavioral Health Advisory Board so the community — including youth — can help shape mental health and substance use services. Your voice directly supports better programs and better outcomes.

What the board does

✔ Reviews and gives input on mental health & substance use programs
✔ Advises county leaders and Behavioral Health Services
✔ Helps guide budgets, service plans, and community priorities
✔ Brings real-life experiences into decision-making
✔ Works to make services more accessible and effective

Why youth are needed

Young people see things adults don’t. Your insight can help reduce stigma, improve youth services, and uplift other young people in Calaveras County.

If you’re interested or know someone who might be, please message me! 💬💙
Let’s make sure youth voices are heard.

10/20/2025

Community Survey now open!

https://healthmanagement.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ekqWuGN6W7br9c2

Providing Mental Health and Substance Use Services for Calaveras County residents.

10/14/2025

10/07/2025

Now Hiring: After-Hours Crisis Contract Provider

Join Calaveras County Behavioral Health and make a difference where it matters most — in moments of crisis.

Location: Travel to Mark Twain Medical Center and/or Calaveras County Jail, San Andreas

Schedule: Evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays

Pay:

$48/hr – Licensed (LMFT, LCSW, LPCC, Psychologist)

$39/hr – Unlicensed

$5/hr standby | $25/hr training | $17.50/hr travel + mileage

Your Role:

Provide emergency mental health evaluations — assessing 5150 criteria, coordinating placement, and supporting individuals in crisis.

Why Join Us:

Flexible, rewarding contract role

Meaningful work in a supportive community

Apply Today!
Send your resume and cover letter to: cnowicki@calaverascounty.gov