HomeMy WebLinkAboutRESOLUTIONS - 09261995 - 95-426 IN THE MATTER OF SUPPORTING ] RESOLUTION NO. 95/426
MENTAL HEALTH CONSUMERS/CLIENTS]
IN EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ]
WHEREAS, persons with a psychiatric history within the Contra Costa county
Mental Health system have valued and substantial knowledge and skills based
upon their experiences; and
WHEREAS, a significant number of persons with psychiatric disabilities have
sought out and received specialized training towards working within the mental
health system; and
WHEREAS, the mental health system will be strengthened through the
participation of persons with psychiatric disabilities by way of sensitization and
increased awareness of other staff to the perspective offered by individuals who
have experienced the system as a consumer/client; and
WHEREAS, the Mental Health Division of the Health Services Department is
constantly seeking ways to improve the quality and effectiveness of services;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Board of Supervisors supports
and encourages participation of consumer/clients in a range of employment
opportunities within the county, including the Mental Health Division, the Health
Department, county contract agencies, and other county departments.
PASSED by vote of the Board members present on this 19th day of September,
1995.
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of a
resolution entered into the minutes of the Board of Supervisors on the date
aforesaid.
I C D Y
SMITH
Supervisor, District II
Witness my hand and the seal
of the Board of Supervisors
affixed this 19th day of
September, 1995.
PHIL BATCHELOR, County
Administrator and Clerk of the
Board of Supervisors
By
Dep y Clerk