Gov. Jared Polis announced April 17 that human services director Michelle Barnes would take over the position in the interim effective immediately. Ms. Barnes will lead the administration while a nationwide search for a permanent replacement takes place .
Dr. Medlock first took the position in January 2022 and was tasked with leading the new administration, which was founded as part of a $450 million investment in behavioral health using federal COVID-19 relief funds. Since its founding, the administration has invested more than $150 million in services.