MHBG Coordinator
Address: Division of Behavioral Health & Housing (DBHH)
150 N. 18th Ave., Phoenix, Az 85007
Must Reside in Arizona.
Salary: $66,000/Grade: 21/FLSA Status: Exempt
Open Until Filled
The Mental Health Block Grant (MHBG) Coordinator / Promoting the Integration of Primary and Behavioral Health Care (PIPBHC) Evaluator reports to the MHBG administrator and is responsible for coordinating (MHBG) program activities while leading evaluation, performance measurement, and outcomes monitoring activities for the (PIPBHC) grant. This position supports federal grant compliance, program implementation, strategic planning, performance reporting, and continuous quality improvement efforts to improve behavioral health outcomes and integrated care services throughout Arizona.
As the coordinator for MHBG-funded initiatives and the evaluator for the PIPBHC grant, you will work collaboratively with AHCCCS leadership, ACC-RBHAs, providers, MCOs, healthcare systems, community organizations, federal partners, and other stakeholders to ensure successful implementation and achievement of grant objectives. This requires independent judgment, analytical expertise, and the ability to translate complex programmatic and performance data into actionable recommendations that support policy development.
This position may offer the ability to work remotely, within Arizona, based upon the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures. The State of Arizona strives for a work culture that affords employees flexibility, autonomy, and trust. Across our many agencies, boards, and commissions, many State employees participate in the State’s Remote Work Program and are able to work remotely in their homes, in offices, and in hoteling spaces. All work, including remote work, should be performed within Arizona unless an exception is properly authorized in advance.
Major duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
•PIPBC Grant Evaluation and Performance Measurement: Coordinate implementation of the PIPBHC evaluation plan and performance measurement activities by establishing baseline measures, tracking outcomes and objectives, and collecting, analyzing, and interpreting quantitative and qualitative data to assess program implementation and effectiveness.
PIPBC Grant Reporting and Monitoring: Prepare SAMHSA-required reports and data submissions while monitoring progress toward grant goals, identifying trends, performance gaps, and areas for program improvement.
PIPBC Grant Quality Improvement and Sustainability: Support continuous quality improvement, implementation monitoring, and sustainability planning activities to ensure program success and achievement of grant objectives.
PIPBC Grant Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate with providers, partners, and AHCCCS leadership to support data-informed project management, decision-making, and successful grant implementation.
Mental Health Block Grant (MHBG) Reporting, Presentations, and Stakeholder Communication: Develop, prepare, and deliver reports, dashboards, presentations, briefing materials, and evaluation findings to support federal reporting, strategic planning, program oversight, and stakeholder communication regarding program performance, outcomes, and improvement opportunities.
Mental Health Block Grant (MHBG) Stakeholder Collaboration and Technical Assistance: Collaborate with stakeholders, MCOs, providers, community partners, advisory groups, and internal staff to support program implementation, strategic planning, performance monitoring, data-informed decision-making, and provide technical assistance regarding reporting, performance measures, and data collection requirements.
Mental Health Block Grant (MHBG) Federal Grant Administration and Compliance: Support MHBG planning, implementation, monitoring, compliance, and reporting, prepare grant applications and SAMHSA-required submissions, while monitoring deliverables, work plans, budgets, and performance measures to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements.
Mental Health Block Grant (MHBG) System Improvement and Strategic Recommendations: Identify service gaps, emerging trends, and best practices and develop data-informed recommendations and strategies that improve service delivery, increase access to care, support sustainability, advance system transformation, and strengthen outcomes for MHBG priority populations. Support monitoring and evaluation of initiatives serving individuals with Serious Mental Illness (SMI), Serious Emotional Disturbance (SED), and First Episode Psychosis (FEP).
| Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs): |
Knowledge of:
- Program evaluation methodologies, qualitative and quantitative research methods, performance measurement frameworks, outcomes monitoring, data analysis, reporting, visualization techniques, and continuous quality improvement principles
- Federal grant requirements, including SAMHSA discretionary and block grant programs, reporting requirements, and performance measurement expectations
- Mental Health Block Grant (MHBG) priorities, funding requirements, and programs serving individuals with SMI, SED, and FEP
- Promoting the Integration of Primary and Behavioral Health Care (PIPBHC) program requirements, integrated care models, and healthcare initiatives
- Arizona's behavioral health program delivery system (mental health, substance use and integrated care), strategic planning, needs assessments and evaluation
- Healthcare, behavioral health, public health, and Medicaid delivery systems, claims and encounter data
- Project management and performance monitoring
- State and federal laws, regulations, policies, and compliance
Skill in:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving
- Collecting, validating, analyzing, and presenting quantitative and qualitative data. Developing reports, dashboards, presentations, and performance monitoring tools.
- Translating technical information into clear and actionable recommendations
- Using Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, and data visualization tools
- Managing multiple projects, priorities, deadlines, and reporting
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, technical writing, report development, and public presentations
- Facilitating meetings, workgroups, and stakeholder discussions
- Building collaborative working relationships with internal/external partners
Ability to:
- Evaluate program effectiveness and assess progress toward grant goals, objectives, and performance measures
- Identify trends, service gaps, emerging needs, risks, and opportunities for improvement
- Prepare and present evaluation findings, performance reports, and recommendations to leadership, stakeholders, providers, advisory councils, and community partners
- Interpret federal guidance and translate requirements into operational and reporting processes
- Support strategic planning, quality improvement, and data-informed decision-making initiatives
- Maintain accuracy and attention to detail while managing complex reporting and compliance requirements
- Work independently and collaboratively. Maintain effective working relationships with AHCCCS leadership, MCOs, providers, community partners, advisory groups, and federal partners
- Maintain confidentiality, sound professional judgment with sensitive programmatic, financial, and healthcare information
Minimum:
• In possession of a current Arizona Driver's License
• 5 years' experience in grant services or direct behavioral health services OR Bachelor's degree and 1 year of grant services or direct behavioral health services experience.
| Pre-Employment Requirements: |
• Successfully pass fingerprint background check, prior employment verifications and reference checks; employment is contingent upon completion of the above-mentioned process and the agency’s ability to reasonably accommodate any restrictions.
• Travel may be required for State business. Employees who drive on state business must complete any required driver training (see Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.12.)
If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.
All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).
Among the many benefits of a career with the State of Arizona, there are:
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid Vacation and Sick time off (13 and 12 days per year respectively) - start earning it your 1st day (prorated for part-time employees)
• Paid Parental Leave-Up to 12 weeks per year paid leave for newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child. Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here.
• Other Leaves - Bereavement, civic duty, and military.
• A top-ranked retirement program with lifetime pension benefits
• A robust and affordable insurance plan, including medical, dental, life, and disability insurance
• Participation eligibility in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (must meet qualifications)
• RideShare and Public Transit Subsidy
• A variety of learning and career development opportunities
By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.
Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page
Lifetime Pension Benefit Program
• Administered through the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
• Defined benefit plan that provides for life-long income upon retirement.
• Required participation for Long-Term Disability (LTD) and ASRS Retirement plan.
• Pre-taxed payroll contributions begin after a 27-week waiting period (prior contributions may waive the waiting period).
Deferred Retirement Compensation Program
• Voluntary participation.
• Program administered through Nationwide.
• Tax-deferred retirement investments through payroll deductions.
Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by emailing careers@azahcccs.gov.
Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.