Multnomah County Health Assessment and Treatment (HAT) Team - Reentry Support Services
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| Group | Community And Other Support Services |
| Category | Reentry Support Services |
| Name | Multnomah County Health Assessment and Treatment (HAT) Team |
| Provider | Multnomah County Government |
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Description
The Health Assessment and Treatment (HAT) team is a coordinated effort between the Multnomah County Department of Community Justice and the Multnomah County Health Department aimed at improving access to healthcare by connecting adults involved in the criminal justice system with community-based support services and providers. Each position plays an integral role in targeting formerly incarcerated individuals with a chronic disease or mental health issues and assisting them with successfully transitioning back into the community. Assistance is given to those paroling from state institutions to enroll in OHP and getting them set up with the support services they need.
The HAT team consists of:
- Community Health Nurse
- Community Health Worker
- Corrections Counselors
- Parole/Probation Officers
- Dual Diagnosis Evaluators
The nurse, health worker, corrections counselor, and parole/probation officer (PPO) establish a care plan with the client. This care plan includes enrolling with a primary care provider (PCP), finding a pharmacist and getting prescriptions filled, educating the client about chronic disease management, assisting in obtaining vital records, and connecting to safety nets like SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program). Additionally, the team engages in advocacy for other needed supports, such as housing and transportation, to increase client engagement, stabilization, and successful transition into the community. The care plan is intended to set the client up for long- term success by teaching them how to navigate the system and advocate for themselves, while creating a shared understanding between the healthcare and community corrections communities.
Facilities
Multnomah County Alternative Community Office
Contacts
Contact: Office Phone: (503) 988-3081