Mark Person, MSP

Pima County Health Department

With over 20 years of experience spanning behavioral health, public health, and managed care systems, Mark Person, is a seasoned leader in developing and overseeing programs that address mental health and substance use disorders. As Public Health Program Manager for Community Mental Health and Addiction at the Pima County Health Department, he collaborates closely with healthcare providers, behavioral health systems, and public agencies to improve care coordination, reduce stigma, and enhance outcomes for individuals with serious mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders. Mark has led clinical and operational efforts through major public health crises, including the opioid epidemic, and COVID-19 pandemic, and brings a systems-level understanding of both funding mechanisms and frontline service delivery. His work emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, data-informed decision-making, and population health strategies aimed at improving access, reducing harm, and continuity of care.