PAY GRADE: 021
CLASS TITLE:MENTAL HEALTH PROGRAM ANALYST
ALLOCATION FACTOR(S)
This is work conceptualizing, designing, coordinating and evaluating mental health research projects.
EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:
(Note: The examples of work as listed in this class specification are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of specific statements does not preclude management from assigning specific duties not listed herein if such duties are a logical assignment to the position. Examples of work performed are not to be used for allocation purposes.)
- Administers or participates in major programs and functions of the alcohol, drug abuse and mental health program office.
- Participates in the state's total mental health planning by identifying program needs, priorities, and resources.
- Conducts on-site evaluations of facilities and programs; confers with key staff, advocacy groups, clinic and center board members; reviews and analyzes case records, and prepares comprehensive reports.
- Interprets departmental goals, programs and administrative procedures and coordinates implementation of the same with others.
- Maintains liaison with other state, local and federal agencies.
- Plans, coordinates and participates in conferences, workshops, inter-agency committees, and similar activities.
- Develops, negotiates, manages and reviews contracts and contract performance.
- Performs related work as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
(Note: The knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA's) identified in this class specification represent those needed to perform the duties of this class. Additional knowledge, skills and abilities may be applicable for individual positions in the employing agency.)
- Knowledge of rehabilitation or mental health treatment techniques.
- Knowledge of methods of compiling, organizing and analyzing data.
- Ability to administer or participate in major mental health service programs and functions.
- Ability to conduct on-site evaluations of facilities and programs.
- Ability to interpret and coordinate the implementation of mental health service programs, goals and administrative procedures.
- Ability to maintain liaison with other agencies.
- Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- A bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and three years of professional experience in mental health or rehabilitative services.
- A master's degree from an accredited college or university can substitute for one year of the required experience.
- Professional or nonprofessional experience as described above can substitute on a year-for-year basis for the required college education.
EFFECTIVE:
1/1/1984
HISTORY: