The meeting included public comments regarding the challenges faced by caregivers, including rising costs, potential wage stagnation, and the resulting impact on client care and retention. The Board discussed labor rate modeling for fiscal years 2028 and 2029, focusing on wage increases, retention incentives, and mileage reimbursement adjustments to the IRS standard. Additionally, the Board reviewed administrative rates and home care agency parity, noting that these would be finalized for submission to the Office of Financial Management. The Chair confirmed that proposed labor rate adjustments, including training funding reductions due to federal grants, would be reviewed by the Attorney General's office.
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Washington State Department of Social and Health Services, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation Strategic Plan Metrics 2025-2027
This document outlines the performance metrics for the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation's 2025-2027 Strategic Plan. It focuses on several key areas: building economic justice for participants, advancing person-centered services, ensuring equity, access, inclusion, and belonging, strengthening government-to-government and community relationships, and achieving operational excellence. The plan aims to track progress towards successful customer outcomes, customer service excellence, a highly engaged and diverse team, and safe, efficient operations.
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Department Of Social And Health Services Behavioral Health And Habilitation Administration Strategic Plan 2025-2027
This strategic plan outlines metrics and success measures for the Behavioral Health and Habilitation Administration (BHHA) for the period of 2025-2027. It is structured around three key DSHS priorities: modernizing behavioral health services, promoting healthy and safe communities by reducing staff assault claims and patient injuries, and fostering efficient, effective, and accountable government by expanding person-centered care and improving the timeliness of court-ordered jail-based competency evaluations.
The Board meeting included a presentation by the Department of Health regarding cost drivers for credentialing fees and potential statute changes to streamline the certification process. Public comments were received from caregivers advocating for fair wage increases and highlighting financial hardships. The Board discussed proposals regarding the labor rate, with no immediate agreement reached, necessitating further meetings. Additionally, the Board reviewed the administrative rate structure for the Consumer Directed Employer and home care agencies, noting that administrative rate finalization depends on the determination of the labor rate.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
