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 Now Open for 2025 Ohio Peer Recovery Summit – July 21- 22

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. 

OhioPRO is proud to host the third annual Ohio Peer Recovery Summit—a signature event that brings together peer recovery supporters, leaders of peer-run organizations, recovery advocates, and community stakeholders from across Ohio and beyond. With an anticipated attendance of nearly 600 participants, the Summit offers a vibrant space for connection, professional development, and inspiration. National and local presenters will lead impactful sessions designed to energize and equip recovery leaders and peer supporters with fresh perspectives and practical tools to support the recovery journeys of Ohioans.

Through the courageous sharing of lived experience, peer recovery supporters embody and spread hope—demonstrating that healing, growth, and a fulfilling life are possible in recovery. Secure your place today by registering here!

Please contact Michael J. Krause, Executive Director of OhioPRO, at [email protected]

Peer Recovery Summit Sponsorship Registration

OhioPRO is still taking sponsors for the 2025 Peer Recovery Summit! Set to take place July 21-22 at the Hilton Columbus - Polaris, the event focuses on The Power of Hope: Transforming Lives and Communities. With an expected attendance of nearly 600 individuals, the Summit provides a dedicated space for networking, growth, and learning – all of which contribute to the advancement of peer support in Ohio.National and local speakers will lead transformative educational sessions that provide recovery leaders and peer supporters with new ideas and invigoration to continue to support the recovery journeys of our fellow Ohioans.

Sponsoring the Summit is easy! We have outlined multiple levels of sponsorship opportunities on our dedicated 2025 Sponsor Registration Portal. Without the support of sponsors like you, the Summit would not be possible. Your sponsorship dollars make recovery happen.

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor and have questions please contact Michael J. Krause, Executive Director of OhioPRO, at [email protected]

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!