Strengthening and Connecting the Pipeline

The current supply of Florida’s working mental health professionals meets only 21%* of the state’s need.

A shortage of this magnitude takes investment in every part of the workforce pipeline—starting before college.

BeWellPBC, behavioral health providers, education partners, and investors are strengthening and connecting every point along the pipeline for the future of behavioral health in Palm Beach County.

HERE’S HOW: HIGH SCHOOL

We’re offering opportunities for high school medical academy students to gain experience in the community and be better prepared for employment immediately after graduation through the new Behavioral Health Technician programming and state certification.

Postsecondary

We’re connecting CareerSource, the School District, universities, providers, and stakeholders to guide young professionals after high school and through college to a career, and asking providers about the hiring support they need.

SIMPLE RULES IN ACTION: CONNECT

We’re connecting everyone who educates, mentors, trains, and places people in the behavioral health professions to build a robust community of support and belonging.

College Working Professionals

We’re creating an intercollegiate support network for college students attending behavioral health programs in Palm Beach County.

We’re providing opportunities for behavioral health professionals to network, encourage self-care, and share challenges and successes.