Behavioral Health Services
Location:
60
Charles Lindbergh Blvd
Suite
240
Uniondale,
NY 11553
Phone:
(516) 227-8231
Fax:
(516) 227-7369
Hours of Operation: Monday – Friday,
9:00 am – 4:45 pm
What service is provided by Behavioral
Health Services?
Behavioral Health Services screens clients who
apply for public assistance and Medicaid at the
Nassau County Department of Social Services to
determine if they are abusing alcohol or other
substances. If alcohol
or substance abuse is evident, staff conducts formal
assessments and provides referrals to treatment at the
appropriate level of care. Behavioral Health Services
also collaborates with hospital and community-based treatment
agencies to coordinate proper care for clients with co-occurring
psychiatric and alcohol/substance abuse disorders.
Why must I
be interviewed by Behavioral Health Services
staff?
The Rules and Regulations of New York State (NYCRR18)
require everyone applying for public assistance to be
screened by a chemical dependency professional. If
there is evidence that an applicant or recipient of public
assistance is abusing alcohol or drugs, a formal alcohol/
substance abuse assessment is also required. If
a person fails to participate in the screening or in
the assessment, he/she will not be eligible for public
assistance.
Will I have to go to treatment if I am
interviewed by Behavioral Health Services?
You will not be referred to treatment unless it
is determined that you have an alcohol or substance
abuse problem that prevents you from working. If
you are unable to work and need treatment for alcohol
or substance abuse, Behavioral Health Services
staff will help you get the treatment you need.
Is there a charge for Behavioral Health
Services?
All services provided by Behavioral Health Services
are free of charge. Participants needing additional
services may be referred to agencies for treatment. Agencies
have sliding scale fees for their services and will accept
private insurance or Medicaid.
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