Sheriff's Office

Behavioral Health Unit

The Behavioral Health Unit (BHU) operates in the field to respond to 911 calls related to behavioral health issues. It offers services including problem identification, crisis intervention, referrals, and connections to resources for residents of Chelan and Douglas Counties. The BHU focuses on providing direct, face-to-face support, temporary case management, and assessments, while also serving as a secondary responder for law enforcement agencies. The BHU provides outreach to individuals in acute emotional crises, aiming to divert them from incarceration or hospitalization by connecting them to the least restrictive and most appropriate treatment options. It conducts assessments to determine eligibility for diversion and coordinates evaluations under the Involuntary Treatment Act when necessary, using crisis intervention techniques to support both individual and community stabilization.

The Behavioral Health Unit has been successful in establishing and maintaining the Chelan County Sheriff’s Office Wellness Program and supporting first responders across Chelan and Douglas County. The Officer Wellness Program is designed to promote the holistic health of law enforcement officers by addressing their unique physical, mental, and emotional needs. Acknowledging the demanding nature of police work, this program offers a comprehensive range of resources aimed at enhancing officers' resilience, reducing stress, and supporting overall well-being.

Posted: 01/06/2015 09:39 AM
Last Updated: 06/02/2025 03:59 PM

Chelan County Calendar

Upcoming events and schedules at the county!

  • 19
    Aug 2025
    09:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    Public Meeting: Public Canvassing Board Meetings

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    The Canvassing Board of Chelan County, pursuant to RCW 29A.60.160, will hold public meetings at the dates and times listed below. The meetings of the Canvassing Board are open, public meetings under the applicable provisions of chapter 42.30 RCW, and each meeting shall be continued until the activity for which the meeting is held has been completed.

    Chelan County Auditor’s Office
  • 19
    Aug 2025
    01:30 PM - 02:00 PM

    Public Meeting: Certify Election

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    The Canvassing Board of Chelan County, pursuant to RCW 29A.60.160, will hold public meetings at the dates and times listed below. The meetings of the Canvassing Board are open, public meetings under the applicable provisions of chapter 42.30 RCW, and each meeting shall be continued until the activity for which the meeting is held has been completed.

    Chelan County Auditor’s Office
  • 13
    Aug 2025
    09:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    Public Meeting: Public Canvassing Board Meetings

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    The Canvassing Board of Chelan County, pursuant to RCW 29A.60.160, will hold public meetings at the dates and times listed below. The meetings of the Canvassing Board are open, public meetings under the applicable provisions of chapter 42.30 RCW, and each meeting shall be continued until the activity for which the meeting is held has been completed.

    Chelan County Auditor’s Office
  • 13
    Aug 2025
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Chelan County Civil Service Commission

    Posted by: Human Resources

    The Chelan County Civil Service Commission will be meeting on August 13, 2025.

    Chelan County Commissioners Office, CM Conference Room 1
  • 08
    Aug 2025
    09:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    Public Meeting: Public Canvassing Board Meetings

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    The Canvassing Board of Chelan County, pursuant to RCW 29A.60.160, will hold public meetings at the dates and times listed below. The meetings of the Canvassing Board are open, public meetings under the applicable provisions of chapter 42.30 RCW, and each meeting shall be continued until the activity for which the meeting is held has been completed.

    Chelan County Auditor’s Office