Cultural Competence

Butte County Department of Behavioral Health values the rich diversity our organization and aspires always to demonstrate respect for the uniqueness of each individual’s beliefs, values, traditions, and behaviors. We encourage each contribution to the establishment of an open, inclusive environment that supports and empowers our employees.

Our commitment to diversity includes both the development of a diverse workforce and the delivery of culturally competent care to our clients. The first step to providing culturally competent care is to embrace our own diversity - to celebrate, enhance, and learn from it. Our diversity is also our strength.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Committee

Meetings take place on the first Wednesday of every month at 10 am. For more information on how you can attend meetings, you can email DBHQM. 

Equity Diversity and Inclusion Committee Directory - Fiscal Year 2020 to 2021 (PDF)

Cultural Competency Plans

This plan was developed in collaboration with consumers, community members, and local stakeholders. The department uses the plan as a framework to pursue strategies to combat disparities in the current system of care. Butte County is committed to continuous progress on the scale toward cultural proficiency to guarantee the best outcomes for our community.

• 2021 to 2022 Cultural Competency Three-Year Plan (PDF)
  • 2021 Consumer Cultural Competency Organizational Assessment Results (PDF)
  • 2021 Staff Cultural Competency Organizational Assessment Results (PDF)
• 2020 to 2021 Cultural Competency Plan Update (PDF)
• 2019 to 2020 Cultural Competency Plan Update (PDF)
• 2018 Cultural Competency Three-Year Plan (PDF) & Appendix (PDF)
  • 2018 Staff Cultural Competency Organizational Assessment Results (PDF)
  • 2018 Consumer Cultural Competency Organizational Assessment Results (PDF)

Cultural Competency Trainings

The Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Committee is dedicated to organizing and providing comprehensive trainings representing the diverse racial and ethnic populations in Butte County including Latinx, Hmong, Native American, and African American families; as well as socially and culturally diverse groups such as LGBTQI+, older adult, transitional aged youth, the homeless population, veterans and foster care youth. These trainings are open to the entire Butte County workforce, including contracted staff and other community providers.

For more information on these trainings, or if you would like to register, please email DBHQM. 

Cultural Competency Coordinator

Brianna Ocampo
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