San Diego Behavioral Health Shake-Up | San Diego News

San Diego County’s behavioral health department just underwent a major shake-up after a lawsuit forced the release of records revealing misconduct — including racist and sexist comments made by a staffer during training. Though the employee claimed the remarks were meant for their mother, no immediate discipline was applied. The county swiftly ousted Director Nadia Privara, replacing her with Jennifer Bransford-Koons, an executive from the Health and Human Services Agency. Officials say they’re committed to accountability, transparency, and cultural change — even as they vow to pursue more findings and strengthen internal processes. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6e048a7ccf76b888