Crisis Hotline: 1-800-991-5272
Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255
Substance Use Division Access Line: 1-866-266-4898
For NON-Crisis Adult Care:
The Access and Assessment Center: 661-868-8080

Mission Statement
The mission of the Kern County Behavioral Health Board is to advocate for individuals and families living with mental illness and/or addiction by support and oversight of the Mental Health Department and recommendations to the Board of Supervisors.
Standing committees include:
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Adult Treatment & Recovery Services
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Children's Treatment & Recovery Services
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System Quality Improvement (SQIC)
To view the Behavioral Health Board by-laws, click here.
The Behavioral Health Board has 3 vacancies. Click here for details.