ARMY DIR 2014-26 — Reassignment Of Soldiers Requiring A Command-directed Behavioral Health Evaluation Or Follow-on Treatment
ARMY DIR 2014-26 governs reassignment of Soldiers requiring command-directed behavioral health evaluations or follow-on treatment.
- Publication number: ARMY DIR 2014-26
- Title: REASSIGNMENT OF SOLDIERS REQUIRING A COMMAND-DIRECTED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH EVALUATION OR FOLLOW-ON TREATMENT
- Date: 10/22/2014
- Proponent: G-1
- Status: ACTIVE
View ARMY DIR 2014-26 on armypubs.army.mil
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The publication requires stabilization at the current unit and medical nonavailability for permanent change of station and deployment until clearance by a behavioral healthcare provider. It establishes procedures for referrals, reassignment deferments or deletions, treatment-plan notifications, and overseas assignments.
Applies to: The provisions of this directive are effective immediately and apply to all components.
Topics covered
- Command-directed behavioral health evaluations
- Follow-on behavioral health treatment
- Permanent change of station eligibility
- Reassignment deferments and deletions
- Behavioral health referral procedures
- Overseas assignment stabilization
- Treatment-plan notifications
Questions and answers
What procedures must commanders follow when referring a Soldier for a behavioral health evaluation?
When referring a Soldier for a behavioral health evaluation, commanders must follow the referral procedures in reference 1a, enclosure 3, paragraph 2. (paragraph 3)
What happens when a Soldier has assignment instructions and requires behavioral health evaluation or follow-on treatment?
Upon notice of assignment instructions for a Soldier identified as requiring a behavioral health evaluation or follow-on treatment, unit level commanders will consult with the appropriate BHP. (paragraph 2)
When must a commander request a deferment of assignment?
If the BHP anticipates that the Soldier will become eligible for PCS within 90 days of the scheduled report date, the commander will request a deferment of assignment. (paragraph 5)
What happens if a Soldier cannot sufficiently improve within 180 days of the report date?
If the Soldier's mental health condition cannot be sufficiently improved within 180 days of the originally scheduled report date, then the command must, in coordination with the BHP, ensure that the Soldier's medical condition rs properly documented and tracked. (paragraph 5)
What procedures apply when a BHP determines that a Soldier is eligible to PCS?
If the BHP determines that the Soldier is eligible to PCS, the procedures outlined in the enclosure to reference 1b must be followed. (paragraph 6)