Our Organization

Our division develops, maintains and supports a system of high quality, accessible behavioral health, prevention, early intervention and treatment services to assure that children and families are served within a coordinated system of care.

The Division is organized into the following components under the Office of the Director:

The Division is a nationally accredited organization which must adhere to regulated standards. In addition, all DPBHS providers are expected to adhere to these standards.

The CARF (Commission of Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities) accreditation process provides for continuous quality improvement opportunities for the Division and its providers. 

DPBHS had their most recent CARF review in 2022 and received the maximum certification period of 3 years.

2023-2025 Strategic Plan Goals and Objectives

DPBHS Policies

Contact Us

If a child is experiencing a behavioral health crisis, call our 24/7 Mobile Response Stabilization Services hotline 1-800-969-HELP (4357).

To learn about free prevention services for substance misuse, trauma, mental health, stress relief, healthy relationships, caregiver support and more, call 302-633-2680, Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. or e-mail PBHS_Prevention_Inquiries@delaware.gov. The division also offers free prevention focused materials to the public. To request materials, please visit the Prevention Resource Center.

For information on additional services, please call the DPBHS Information and Referral Unit weekdays from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 302-633-2571 or 1-800-722-7710 or email at: DSCYF_Intake_General@delaware.gov

If you have a question, concern or complaint related to the Division, our services, staff or policies please email it to our Constituent Concerns Liaison, Janet.Taylor@delaware.gov.

For unit specific inquiries, please visit the DPBHS Contact Us page.

Related Topics:  DSCYF, State of Delaware