Mental Health Program Specialist

Type of Requisition:

Regular

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess:

None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:

None

Public Trust/Other Required:

MBI (T2)

Job Family:

Functional Experts

Job Qualifications:

Skills:

Analytical Thinking, Collaborating, Data Analysis

Certifications:

None

Experience:

5 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required:

No

Job Description:

Position Description:

The Mental Health Program Analyst will support mental health programming and program specialist staff within the Division of Health at a federal agency.  

Position Duties:

1. Data Analysis 

• Conduct programmatic and financial data collection for agency-funded behavioral health programs. 

• Review and analyze grant recipients’ programmatic reports. 

• Follow up with recipients and federal staff on identified programmatic report concerns and irregularities. 

• Collaborate with program specialists on data analysis for behavioral health programs. 

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2. Technical Assistance 

• Provide technical assistance to recipients on programmatic requirements and other concerns related to implementing a behavioral health project. 

• Collaborate with program specialists and other staff on complex technical assistance needs of grant recipients. 

 

3. Monitoring 

• Conduct and participate in on-site and desk monitoring efforts to assess recipients’ performance and compliance, as required by federal regulations, policies, and guidelines. 

• Collaborate with program specialists, other federal staff, and across GDIT teams on monitoring activities and initiatives. 

 

4. Partnership and Communication 

• Support program specialists in program-related events such as webinars and orientations. 

• Assist with support for communications (e.g., website, SharePoint, contact lists, etc.). 

• Participate in meetings and conferences related to behavioral health. 

 

5. Grants and Program Management 

• Develop and maintain grantee profiles. 

• Assist with scheduling and planning for annual and other grantee meetings. 

The preferred candidate for this position will be located in the Washington, DC metro area with a hybrid on-site schedule. However, remote candidates in other locations may be considered.

Education:

BS degree in a social or health science field required, MS degree in a mental health discipline is highly preferred. 

Qualifications:

• At least five years of work experience in mental health programming. 

• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.