With over 35 years of service in California’s community mental health systems, Tami Mariscal brings extensive experience in quality management, program integrity, and organizational leadership. She is dedicated to fostering strong partnerships with county partners and community-based organizations to promote a healthier, more connected community. As a Behavioral Health Director, Tami Mariscal is committed to ensuring quality, collaboration, and integrity in all aspects of service delivery—striving to leave the system better than when it began and to help build a thriving, sustainable community-based network.
Tami, with an extensive background spanning over 30 years in the field of Behavioral Health, has demonstrated unwavering dedication and a diverse range of roles throughout her career.
His journey commenced at Madera Counseling Center, where she began as an administrative assistant. In 1996, a pivotal opportunity emerged for Tami when she was invited to join a Specialty Mental Health Systems Implementation Team. Their mission was to establish a specialized mental health service delivery system in small rural counties, Tuolumne County, California being one of many. Upon the successful completion of the project, she was offered a position within the very system he had helped develop. Tami embraced this new role with enthusiasm and never looked back.
Over the years, her career has witnessed an evolution, as she has taken on various roles that reflect her adaptability and commitment to the field. These roles have included administrative assistant, receptionist, crisis liaison, accounts receivable technician, support staff supervisor, medical records manager, administrative support and operations manager, information technology systems analyst II, and quality assurance/compliance manager.
For 12 years, Tami also served as the Behavioral Health Privacy Officer, demonstrating a keen understanding of the significance of privacy and confidentiality in this field. Her wealth of experience and dedication culminated in her current position as the Behavioral Health Director. Tami’s journey is a testament to her enduring commitment to improving behavioral health services and systems in her community.
