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This application must be completed by all individuals seeking appointment to the Office of
Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (OMHSAS) Mental Health Planning Council. The
Council’s committees, subcommittees and related workgroups are charged with providing
advice to OMHSAS’ Deputy Secretary on a broad range of issues. Committee members help
ensure that the Commonwealth’s public mental health and substance abuse system focuses on
facilitating recovery and building resilience of individuals served. Committee members represent
the geographic and cultural diversity of Pennsylvania. For more information about OMHSAS and
the Mental Health Planning Council Committees, visit: Mental Health Planning Council
(pa.gov)
Applications will be accepted throughout the year. Appointments will be made annually in May.
Applications must be received by March 31st for the annual review. Applications received after
that date will be held for the following year’s review. In the event of a vacancy, appointments
may be made at other times throughout the year. Individuals who are appointed will be
notified by letter.
This application is made available by electronic means. Applicants are not allowed to modify,
edit, or alter this application other than to include their answers to questions. If a conflict arises
between a version of the application in the applicant’s possession and OMHSAS’ version of the
application, OMHSAS’ version shall govern.