Rapid Response Team
This is an NCDHHS cross-divisional team that meets every weekday to facilitate the resolution of immediate needs for children in DSS custody who are in need of placement at the identified medically necessary level of care by removing barriers created by systemic issues, and by facilitating problem-solving and challenging conversations among county DSS, LME/MCOs, and other stakeholders in the child serving system. Coordinated by Child Behavioral Health Unit, the Rapid Response Team includes representatives from the Division of Social Services, Division of Health Benefits/NC Medicaid, Division of Mental Health/Developmental Disabilities/Substance Use Services, and Division of State Operated Health Facilities.