We are actively recruiting new BHC members!
The Behavioral Health Committee currently has five (5) open positions, including:
- Community Mental Health Program (CMHP) Representative
- System of Care Advisory Council Member (ORS 418.978)
- System of Care Representative (ORS 418.976)
- Intellectual or Developmental Disabilities Advocate
- Tribal Government Representative
The committee encourages individuals in Oregon with the lived and/or working experience relevant to the current open positions and who are interested in contributing to the purpose of the BHC to apply for membership.
Apply for the Behavioral Health Committee here.
Committee Membership Overview
Supported by OHA staff, the Behavioral Health Committee public committee, made up of both voting and non-voting positions as outlined in House Bill 2086.
- Voting Members (13): Include representatives from tribal governments, consumer advocacy groups, health plans, community mental health programs, data experts, and people with lived experience.
- Non-Voting Members (4): Include key state leaders such as the Director of the Oregon Health Authority's Behavioral Health Services, the State Medicaid Director, and representatives from the Department of Human Services.