Care Coordination (LICC & HICC)
At South Central Alabama Mental Health Center (SCAMHC) we expect “case managers” for the Target 3 population to not only provide typical linkage and case management support services but other services, such as basic living skills training, based on the needs and preferences of the consumer.
Two levels of care coordination for complex youth needs
The Children and Adolescent Case Management/Low Intensity Care Coordination Program is dedicated to the provision of effective and needed services to those persons 20 years of age and younger and in need of Mental Health Services. High Intensity Care Coordination (HICC) is an intensive form of Targeted Case Management (TCM). HICC is a comprehensive service that assists eligible individuals in gaining access to needed medical, social, educational and other services, including Intensive Home-Based Services IHBS available to Medicaid-eligible children and youth under the Medicaid Act’s EPSDT program.
- Comprehensive needs assessment using the CANS tool
- Individualized Plan of Care developed with the youth and family
- Linkage to medical, educational, and community services
- HICC convenes a Child and Family Team (CFT) for cross-agency coordination
Understanding the two levels of care coordination
LICC — Who It Serves
Children ages 20 and younger with SED/SMI who need case management and community linkage but are not involved in multiple child-serving systems.
HICC — Who It Serves
Youth with SED/SMI who are involved in multiple child-serving systems, have intensive needs (including inpatient admissions), or require cross-agency collaboration.
Needs Assessment
Both levels use the Alabama Behavioral Health Assessment System (CANS tool) to identify human service needs.
Child & Family Team
HICC convenes a formal CFT — a team of formal and natural supports — to guide the Plan of Care.
Multi-Agency Coordination
HICC works directly with schools, courts, DHR, medical providers, and other child-serving agencies.
Crisis Support
Both LICC and HICC actively assist youth through crisis situations, with 24/7 emergency coverage through SCAMHC's helpline.
Talk to your therapist to get started
LICC and HICC services are available in Butler, Coffee, Covington, and Crenshaw counties. To be admitted, the child must meet SED or SMI criteria, be 20 years of age or younger, and have a functional impairment. The legal guardian must consent to services. Contact your therapist to request a referral.
