MAT Polices and Procedures Manual | Hamilton County, TN

description of resource

This manual provides comprehensive operational guidance for implementing and managing a jail-based Medically Assisted Treatment (MAT) program for individuals with opioid use disorder. It outlines program goals, clinical protocols, eligibility criteria, security procedures, behavioral health services, and reentry coordination to ensure safe, effective, and compliant treatment delivery.

Who might use it

This resource is intended for correctional staff, medical and behavioral health providers, county administrators, and contracted partners involved in delivering MAT services within the jail setting. It is also relevant for program administrators and policymakers seeking to design, implement, or oversee similar jail-based treatment programs.

How to use it

Agencies can use this manual as a structured framework to guide program implementation, including screening, enrollment, medication administration, and coordination with custody and community providers. It should also be used as a reference for staff training, compliance with clinical and legal standards, and ongoing program evaluation and quality improvement.