Coordinated Specialty Care (CSC) is a multi- component, evidence-based, early intervention service for individuals experiencing a first episode of psychosis (FEP) that can improve their quality of life and social and clinical outcomes. It is an evidence-based, recovery-focused, team-based model that promotes access to care and shared decision-making among specialists, the person experiencing psychosis, and family members. 

The core components of a CSC clinic are as follows (in no particular order):

• Shared decision-making framework

• Medication management

• Psychotherapy 

• Case management

• Family education and support

• Peer support

• Supported employment and education

Eligibility	1) individuals in CSC are between 15-35 years of age and have an early serious mental illness (ESMI) diagnosis for no more than approximately 2 years, with or without prior treatment and their psychosis is non-organic. 2) Individuals in CSC-CI are 15 years of age and older, with an early serious mental illness (ESMI) diagnosis that is non-organic.
Age Groups	Adolescents Adults
Community Services	Education Educational Services Employment / Training Supported Employment Family & Support Services Case Management Family Support
Health Services	Behavioral / Mental Health Mental Health
Treatment Services	Outpatient Services Assessment / Evaluation Counseling Counseling / Therapy, Family Counseling / Therapy, Group Counseling / Therapy, Individual Medication Monitoring Social Skills Treatment Setting Office / Practice
Payment Options	Medicaid Medicare Private / Commercial Insurance Self Pay State Funding
Areas Served	Burlington County Camden County Gloucester County Salem County

Last Updated: 01/13/25