Trauma Support Group Services for Resource and Kinship Parents

The Calvert County Department of Social Services is seeking to procure a Trauma Support Group Therapist to provide specialized mental health services for children and adolescents who are trauma survivors, working closely with resource and kinship parents. The contract, which will span three years, aims to deliver ongoing support and therapeutic interventions tailored to this vulnerable population. The solicitation, identified as BPM042049, was posted in late January 2024, with a response deadline set for mid-February, and is managed under the NAICS code 624190, indicating a focus on social assistance services. The Maryland Department of Human Resources is the overseeing agency, and interested providers can find additional details and submit proposals through the designated portal. This contract aligns with broader efforts to enhance mental health support infrastructure within Maryland, emphasizing long-term service delivery and specialized care for youth impacted by trauma. The scope involves qualified therapists capable of facilitating trauma support groups, with the potential for ongoing engagement over the three-year period. The procurement process includes comprehensive bid forms, bidder checklists, and compliance requirements, ensuring that selected providers meet professional standards and licensing criteria. The initiative underscores Maryland’s commitment to addressing mental health needs through targeted, community-based interventions, with the contract serving as a critical component of the state’s social services framework.