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Procedural guidelines are presented for the use of work performance contracting in mental health administration. After describing the rationale and criteria for performance contracting in human service settings, procedures are recommended for (1) developing work performance standards, (2) negotiating performance agreements, and (3) contracting for an acceptable level of employee performance. The utility of performance contracting in working with governing boards and consultants is also described.
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Christian, W.P. Work performance contracting: An essential feature of accountable mental health administration. Journal of Mental Health Administration 9, 39–42 (1982). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02828348
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02828348