C4 - What Makes Accreditation Worth the Effort?

Tuesday, April 16, 2024

11:30 AM – 12:30 PM CT

Location: 276, Level 2, ACCC

Moderator(s)

Jennifer Flowers, MBA (she/her/hers)

Founder & CEO
Accreditation Guru, Inc.
Mamaroneck, New York

Slides Handouts

Workshop Presenter(s)

Michael Johnson, MA, CAP

Senior Managing Director of Behavioral Health Accreditation
CARF International
Tucson, Arizona
Joe Perrow, MBA, BA (he/him/his)

Network Growth Manager
Council on Accreditation (a division of Social Current)
Washington, District of Columbia
Melinda Lehman, MBA (she/her/hers)

Executive Director of Behavioral Health Care
The Joint Commission
Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois

Accreditation is not just a badge of honor; it's a vital component that distinguishes exceptional behavioral health organizations from the rest. But what makes national accreditation worth the effort, and how can it empower your organization to excel both in daily operations and during critical times? Hear from experts as they discuss ways accreditation contributes to the success of your organization. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just beginning your journey in behavioral health care, this course will provide you with the knowledge and motivation to elevate your organization's standards and make accreditation an invaluable part of your success story.

Learning Objectives:

Grasp the strategic importance of accreditation in aligning a behavioral health organization's mission with quality care, ensuring consistent service delivery, and fostering a culture of excellence.
Identify how to move from outputs to outcomes - understanding measurement-based care.
Discover how accreditation supports the development of effective succession plans, robust financial strategies, and comprehensive emergency and risk management protocols to enhance an organization's resilience in times of crisis.