A life of possibilities for all Virginians - Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) Skip to the content About DBHDS Human Resources Procurement Clinical and Quality Management Boards and Councils Newsroom Strategic Plan Legislative Resources FOIA DOJ Settlement Agreement Department Directory Facilities Facilities Price Transparency Find your CSB Virginia 988 Search our website Quick Links Get SFTP Support Forms Receive Safety Alerts Learn About STEP-VA Access Long Term Care Individual and Family Support Program (IFSP) File a Service Complaint Locate my Community Service Board Find Help For Individuals & Families Behavioral Health Behavioral Health In collaboration with state and community partners, DBHDS plans, develops, directs, funds, and monitors the delivery of comprehensive behavioral health services throughout the Commonwealth of Virginia. 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Find out more Virginia 988 If you or someone you know is in crisis, contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988. Human Rights DBHDS works to ensure compliance with Human Rights Regulations by promoting human dignity, managing the DBHDS Human Rights complaint program, and advocating for the rights of people with disabilities in state service systems. Forensic Services Forensic Services Forensic services include mental health evaluations and screenings, treatment of individuals with mental illness in jail, case management and restoration of competency to stand trial. DBHDS develops programs and services for individuals at risk for involvement in the criminal justice system. SVP Services Sexually Violent Predator (SVP) services support the delivery of evaluation, treatment, and supervision services to individuals found by the court to meet the criteria of sexually violent predator. 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As behavioral health and developmental service needs continue to grow, DBHDS is here to help. 12 FACILITIES Individualized care in a compassionate setting. 6500+ CARING PERSONNEL Dedicated professionals committed to provide the best possible care. 40 COMMUNITY SERVICES BOARDS Providing behavioral health and developmental services in your community. 200,000+ INDIVIDUALS HELPED EACH YEAR Improving access to quality support and services. Success Stories Building a recovery-oriented, community-based system of care. DBHDS Developmental Services Mobile Dental Program serves individuals with developmental disabilities in the community Project Link supports pregnant and parenting women Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) helps provide stable housing to individuals with serious mental illness DBHDS REVIVE! Education Specialist Tiana Vazquez provides rapid REVIVE! training to staff at Soul Taco in downtown Richmond Come work with us Career Opportunities Virginia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services strives to employ a diverse and engaged team that transforms lives through meaningful connections. Working for DBHDS means making a difference in our communities across the Commonwealth in many fulfilling roles to accomplish our mission of allowing a life of possibilities for all Virginians! Careers at DBHDS Come work with us Internships The DBHDS Summer Internship Academy is a paid opportunity for college students to learn about DBHDS and get real world experiences in an office setting. The program includes an educational component and leadership training. Careers at DBHDS Come work with us Workforce Development DBHDS supports workforce development by leading, promoting, and embedding a culture of continuous workplace learning, advancement, and growth supportive of individual, team, and organizational development. Our goal is to holistically support workforce development through a variety of programs. Careers at DBHDS Facilities DBHDS operates twelve facilities, including eight behavioral health facilities for adults, a training center, a psychiatric facility for children and adolescents, a medical center, and a center for behavioral rehabilitation. ESH Eastern State Hospital PGH Piedmont Geriatric Hospital CSH Central State Hospital WSH Western State Hospital View All Facilities Supporting individuals by promoting recovery, self-determination, and wellness in all aspects of life Get In Touch Find Help Central Office: 1220 Bank Street Richmond, Virginia 23219 Mailing Address: P.O. 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