Register Today: Navigating Employee Terminations with Confidence - May 28 @ 12:00 PM

Vorys Legal Insights for Behavioral Health Care

Join The Ohio Council of Behavioral Health & Family Services Providers and Vorys for an engaging webinar series. Tailored for professionals navigating the industry’s complex regulatory landscape, this 30-minute monthly series will provide practical insights and guidance from experienced professionals on a wide range of topics including regulatory compliance, provider reimbursement, employment issues, and data security. Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your understanding of these and many more legal issues impacting the behavioral health care field.

Webinar #5: Navigating Employee Terminations with Confidence

Whether due to performance issues, misconduct, or organizational changes, employee terminations are among the most sensitive and legally risky actions an employer can take. This session will explore key considerations such as ensuring legal compliance, documenting performance and behavior issues, conducting termination meetings with professionalism and empathy, and minimizing the risk of post-termination claims. By the end of this session, you’ll be prepared to approach terminations with the clarity, care, and confidence needed to protect your organization. 

Click here to register. If you have questions, please contact Alex Yoder.

Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation (OSPF) Strategic Plan RFP

The Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation is excited to announce the release of a Request for Proposals (RFP) for individuals or organizations interested in leading the strategic build for OSPF. 

We are seeking innovative and experienced leaders who can help us develop and implement effective strategies that will enhance our mission and impact in the community. The selected candidate or organization will play a crucial role in guiding our initiatives and ensuring that we meet our goals for suicide prevention and mental health awareness.

Key Details:

• RFP Release Date: May 2025
• Submission Deadline: June 13, 2025
• Proposal Requirements: Please refer to the attached RFP document for detailed information on submission guidelines, evaluation criteria, and project expectations.

We encourage all interested parties to review the RFP and submit their applications. This is a valuable opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause and make a significant difference in the lives of individuals and families affected by suicide.

If you have any questions or need further information, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Stephanie Stitt or @Kerry Shaw. Thank you for your interest, and we look forward to your proposals!

Attendee and Sponsor Registration for 2025 Ohio Peer Recovery Summit – July 21- 22 Remains Open

Conference Hotel is Now Sold Out But Additional Rooms Available Nearby!

Ohio Peer Recovery Organizations (OhioPRO), in partnership with OhioMHAS, will host the 2025 Peer  Recovery Summit The Power of Hope: Transforming Lives & Communities on July 21-22 at the Hilton Columbus - Polaris. 

With nearly 600 attendees, the Summit provides a dedicated space for connection, growth, and learning – all centered around recovery and the advancement of peer recovery support in Ohio. Register here to attend the Summit! If you’re interested in sponsoring, we are still accepting sponsors of all levels. Summit Sponsorship registration can be found here. Please contact OhioPRO Executive Director, Michael J. Krause at [email protected] with any questions.

The Ohio Council Welcomes New Affiliate Member, Ivy Insights Behavioral Health Billing

Ivy Insights Behavioral Health Billing in Baltimore, OH - Amy Fick, Founder and Behavioral Health Billing Consultant can be reached at [email protected] or by phone at (614) 439-3088. 

Ivy Insights is a boutique billing and consulting firm serving behavioral health providers across Ohio. We specialize in Medicaid, commercial insurance, county board, and managed care billing for mental health and substance use disorder services. Our services include full-service billing, AR troubleshooting, compliance support, and workflow consulting for solo providers, group practices, and community agencies.

Grounded in values of clarity, ethics, and collaboration, Ivy Insights helps providers streamline their revenue cycle and reclaim time—so they can stay focused on delivering excellent care.

For more information about Ivy Insights Behavioral Health Billing, Click here!