Create, Edit or Delete Regions (Admin Crisis Module)

Note 12/3/24: This article was unpublished as the functionality moved to a different location/mechanism. If this article is to be republished, it will need revisions first. See: HISSPROJ-4132

NOTE! Changes made to the System Configuration will impact the ENTIRE state environment. Proceed with caution.  

This page outlines how a Crisis Admin can create, edit or delete regions through System Configuration.

Add a New Region​

1. Click on your name in the top right-hand corner of the webpage, then select System Configuration.
   
2. Click on the "View List" button, under "Region Definitions".
   
   
3. This page allows the admin to configure regions for the states; regions are defined by zip code and are entered into OpenBeds in a comma separated list format as shown in the image below.
   
4. Enter Region Name, Set Region to Active (Yes) or Inactive (No), Enter Zip Codes, separated by a comma, click “Save Changes” before navigating away from this screen.  
5. Once Regions are established, a Crisis Administrator should ensure that all Mobile Crisis Responders (MCUs) have a region associated with their account (review “Manage Users for the Organization”).
    

Delete a Region

1. Locate the Region Name, click on the red “Delete” button next to the region no longer wanted.
   
2. A pop-up will appear in the center of the screen, "Are you sure you want to delete this item?" 
   
3. Select "Save changes" before navigating away from this screen.

Turn Region ON/OFF​

1. Click the toggle button under the "Active" to turn the region on or off.
   
2. Select "Save Changed" at the top-right.