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State of Ohio creates new mental health role to address workforce shortage

Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED) announced support for Gov. Mike DeWine's decision to sign Senate Bill 95 into law, officially creating the Certified Mental Health Assistant profession in Ohio. The legislation, signed on January 8, 2025, establishes a graduate degree program developed by NEOMED to address the state's shortage of mental health professionals. "This is a historic endeavor that will ultimately save lives," said NEOMED President Dr. John Langell. "Certified Mental Health Assistants will transform the landscape of mental health treatment by providing greater access to care." The program development began several years ago. State Senator Theresa Gavarone, a Republican from Bowling Green, supported the legislation since 2022. "Ohio is leading the nation by creating this first-of-its-kind profession," Senator Gavarone said. "We hope this new program grows the workforce in this critical field and helps address our mental health crisis by providing access to care for all people in every corner of our state." Under the new law, Certified Mental Health Assistants will work exclusively under physician supervision. While the supervising physician will make the original diagnosis, the CMHA will carry out the prescribed treatment plan. The data shows the scope of Ohio's mental health workforce shortage. According to the U.S. Health Resources and Services Administration, Ohio currently has 138 Mental Health Professional Shortage Areas. Additionally, 16 Ohio counties are designated as Mental Health Professional Shortage Areas. Read: https://www.wkyc.com/article/news/hea... -- At 3News, we’re not here to tell you the news, we’re here to share the stories that you say matter most to you. Share your ideas, thoughts, concerns and engage in conversations about the communities in which we all call home. Follow 3News on Social: Facebook:   / wkyc.channel3   Twitter:   / wkyc   Instagram:   / wkyc3   Visit our site: https://www.wkyc.com/ And be sure to download our app here: https://wkyc.com/app