OTTAC Subaward Announcement
Advocates for Human Potential (AHP) is pleased to announce the organization that has been awarded funding for the initial period of performance as the Opioid Training and Technical Assistance Center (OTTAC) subrecipient. A total of $12,000,000 has been approved to be distributed across 3 years by the Illinois Opioid Remediation Advisory Board (IORAB) for OTTAC services in the state of Illinois.
This subaward will be used to increase access to comprehensive and culturally humble behavioral health services through provision of training and technical assistance (TTA) to individuals and organizations. The OTTAC will facilitate growth in the number of certified/licensed behavioral health professionals through administration of professional workforce development opportunities, including clinical supervision of individuals seeking licensure or certification, as well as internships, fellowships, and other paid training experiences. The primary focus will be on communities disproportionately impacted by opioid overdoses and multigenerational harms associated with structural racism and health inequities.
The OTTAC subrecipient:
Prevention First was founded in Illinois in 1980 and focuses on promoting healthy behaviors and preventing drug and alcohol misuse. It provides a variety of evidence-based and collaborative approaches, including training, support, and public awareness.
Additional opioid settlements funding opportunities are available at the Illinois Opioid Settlements Initiative Funding Opportunities and Illinois RCCA webpages. If there are any inquiries regarding the OTTAC subaward, please submit a request at the RCCA Help Desk.
AHP administers the Regional Care Coordination Agency (RCCA) grant as authorized by CSFA 444-26-3078. This subaward depends on the availability of funding for the Illinois Opioid Remediation State Trust Fund through the Illinois Department of Health Services (IDHS), for the express purpose herein. To contact the Statewide Opioid Settlement Administrator email DHS.OpioidSettlementFunds@Illinois.gov.