YES - How To Get Started
How to Get Started
Families can request Youth Empowerment Services (YES) through an assessment process, which will include the Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS) tool, as well as a Comprehensive Diagnostic Assessment (CDA). This helps determine whether YES services are appropriate.
All children and youth with Medicaid can access mental health services through Magellan of Idaho, Medicaid’s managed care provider. Call 855-202-0973 or visit the Magellan of Idaho website to find a mental health provider.
You can also reach out to Idaho Parents Unlimited for guidance.
The Medicaid income limits are higher for children or youth with a serious emotional disturbance (SED).
Schedule a functional assessment with Liberty Healthcare at 877-305-3469 for a SED determination. After the SED determination, apply for Medicaid.
You can also reach out to Idaho Parents Unlimited for guidance.
If your child is not eligible for Medicaid and is determined not to have a SED, you can still apply for children’s mental health services. Magellan of Idaho is the Managed Care Organization for the entire State of Idaho and will provide Crisis Response and Children’s Mental Health Services.
You can also reach out to Idaho Parents Unlimited for guidance.
Find A Provider
https://magellanofidaho.com/provider-search
This searchable directory allows you to look for providers in your area who offer services such as therapy, counseling, or other behavioral health supports covered through the Idaho Behavioral Health Plan (IBHP), Magellan Healthcare.
You can filter results by location and provider type to find options that best meet your child’s needs. Once a provider is identified, you can contact that provider directly to ask about services, availability, and whether they are accepting new patients.
If you need additional assistance finding a provider or scheduling services, they can also contact Magellan Member Services for help connecting with care.
If you would like a list of providers mailed to you, please contact the Magellan Member Services line at 1-855-202-0973 (TTY 711).
The Magellan Member Portal
https://member.magellanhealthcare.com/?cid=21449
The Magellan Member Portal is a helpful online tool that makes it easier for families to stay connected to their child’s care. Through the portal, you can securely view your child’s Child and Adolescent Needs and Strengths (CANS) assessment, helping you better understand their strengths and needs. It also allows you to easily request Releases of Information, so you can share your child’s CANS and other important records with providers, schools, or support teams. In addition, the portal offers access to helpful resources, care information, and tools that support you in navigating services and advocating for your child with confidence.