Crisis Response, Behavioral Health & Public Safety Symposium
DENVER- The Division of Criminal Justice, in partnership with the National Criminal Justice Association (NCJA) and Policy Research Associates (PRA) are collaboratively hosting a one day-and-a-half Sequential Intercept Model (SIM) Symposium.
Location: Hilton Garden Inn Denver Downtown, 1400 Welton St, Denver, CO 80202
Date and time: Wed, Nov 13, 2024 8:00 AM - Thu, Nov 14, 2024 12:30 PM MT
SIM is a framework designed to help address the needs of individuals with mental health and substance use disorder who come into contact with the criminal justice system. The SIM is a practical model that maps out six points in the criminal justice system ranging from community services to community corrections, to find the critical moments for intercepting individuals with behavioral health needs and routing them to services, preventing further criminal justice system involvement. The model is widely used as a strategic tool for policymakers and criminal justice planners.
“This collaboration brings together diverse stakeholders to discuss challenges, align strategies, and coordinate resources.,” said Matthew Lunn, director of the Division of Criminal Justice. “Our goal is to continue providing resources to agencies and ultimately leading to more effective diversion programs, reduced recidivism, and improved outcomes for individuals with mental health and substance use disorders.
(Image provided by Policy Research Associates (PRA)
This day-and-a-half symposium is developed for state administering agencies, behavioral health organizations and other criminal justice administrators and planners to learn more about the sequential intercept model and how to use it as a tool in strategic planning efforts.
The symposium is strategically designed to engage participants with their peers and hear from nationwide experts about best practices related to behavioral health programs and how other states support behavioral health and crisis response initiatives.
Topics include:
NCJA Innovation Lab Report out: Supporting Behavioral Health and Crisis Response Initiatives
SIM in Practice – State Examples and Panel
Utilizing the SIM in your Community – Strategies for Collaborative Stakeholder Engagement
Space is limited! To inquire about registration and availability, contact strategicplanning@ncja.org.