title: A method for employee participation in the policy development process.
abstract: A method for policy development is described that permits employee participation at all levels within a mental health agency. This method is adaptable to a variety of organizational structures and does not require major administrative changes. It does require a commitment to participatory management and the belief that employees should be involved in the organizational change process. A step-by-step procedure is related, and guidelines for developing draft policies are offered.
authors: Washington County Alcohol, Drug Addiction, and Mental Health Services, Marietta, OH 45750.
authors: H O
authors: HO
authors: Frontz
mesh_terms: D003155:Community Mental Health Centers / Q000458:organization & administration*; D003659:Decision Making, Organizational; D007324:Institutional Management Teams / Q000458:organization & administration*; D008722:Methods; D009936:Organizational Innovation; D011050:Policy Making; D014481:United States