MATT Level II is responsible for the negotiation and determination of overall policies, resolution of impasses in the SOC operation, development of plans and authorization of new SOC program resources, and evaluation. Directors of the collaborating agencies participate in this policy level group. Any child or youth and their parent(s) being considered for the highest levels of care are referred from the MATT Level I to this group for review and approval prior to placement.

The Tehama County Multi-Agency Treatment Teams include representatives of the following groups and agencies:

MATT II (Policy):

• Family Representatives
• Department of Education
• Tehama County Health Services Agency
• Public Health
• Mental Health
• Drug and Alcohol
• Probation
• Department of Social Services
• Juvenile Court

MATT I:

• Public Schools in Tehama County
• Law Enforcement Institutions
• Department of Social Services

• Tehama County Health Services Agency
• Public Health
• Mental Health
• Drug and Alcohol

• Involved Parents
• Probation
• All other Health and Human Service Organizations currently a part of the Tehama County Health Partnership as needed

MATT teams facilitate collaboration and shared service delivery in accordance with the SOC’s primary goal. These teams plan and implement the multi-agency treatment plans for involved children youth, and families.