Program Director Jobs in Texas

A Program Director in the mental health industry is a key individual responsible for overseeing, coordinating, and managing various mental health programs. They take part in program development, implementation, and evaluation, ensuring programs are effectively meeting the needs of clients. This role also involves budgeting, staff supervision, and ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations. The Program Director often works closely with other mental health professionals, community partners, and stakeholders to improve mental health services and outcomes for clients.

Important skills for this role include excellent leadership and communication abilities, strategic planning, budget management, and a strong understanding of mental health policies and procedures. They should also be compassionate, patient, and able to work well under pressure. Depending on the organization and the level of the role, a Program Director in the mental health industry may be required to have a Master's degree or higher in Psychology, Social Work, or a related field, with relevant certifications such as Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Prior roles that an individual might hold before becoming a Program Director could include Mental Health Counselor, Clinical Supervisor, or Case Manager.

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Clinical Manager - Corpus Christi, TX

  • CENIKOR
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Corpus Christi, TX
  • 6 days ago

Clinical Manager - Corpus Christi, TX Cenikor's Value Proposition - What's In It for You? : PURPOSE in your work - service to others, giving back to your community, helping to save lives, being...

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Strategic Account Director - Behavioral Health

  • Summit Healthcare Mgmt, LLC
  • Austin, TX
  • 8 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 8 days ago

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Behavioral Health, Marketing, or related field preferred....

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Mental Health Manager - Stiles Unit

  • UTMB Health
  • Beaumont, TX
  • 13 days ago
  • Beaumont, TX
  • 13 days ago

The mission of Correctional Managed Care is to address the healthcare needs of underserved patient populations within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice (TDCJ) and the Texas Juvenile Justice...

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Director of Counseling and Psychological Services

  • University of Texas at Arlington
  • Arlington, TX
  • 17 days ago
  • Arlington, TX
  • 17 days ago

Director of Counseling and Psychological Services University of Texas at Arlington Arlington, Texas THE SEARCH The University of Texas at Arlington seeks a strategic,studentcentered leader to...

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Clinical Manager

  • American Addiction Centers
  • Arlington, TX
  • 18 days ago
  • Arlington, TX
  • 18 days ago

Assists to train Behavioral Health Technicians, Nurses and other staff to ensure and provide knowledge/skills to ensure effective oversight and direction of substance abuse clients with co-occurring...

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Director of Psychology

  • hhscjobs
  • TX
  • 21 days ago
  • TX
  • 21 days ago

Evaluates and reviews psychological and behavioral health services and develops improvement plans to address identified needs or deficiencies....

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Director of Psychology

  • Texas Health & Human Services Commission
  • Terrell, TX
  • 21 days ago
  • Terrell, TX
  • 21 days ago

Evaluates and reviews psychological and behavioral health services and develops improvement plans to address identified needs or deficiencies....

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Clinical Manager - 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

  • Crisis Connections
  • Washington, TX
  • 25 days ago
  • Washington, TX
  • 25 days ago

If you're a mission-driven clinical leader ready to guide teams doing some of the most meaningful work in behavioral health, we'd love to hear from you....

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Medical Director - Behavioral Health

  • CVS Health
  • TX
  • 27 days ago
  • TX
  • 27 days ago

In this role has Medical Director (Behavioral Health) you will: Provide comprehensive behavioral health care management to facilitate delivery of appropriate quality care and improve program/operational...

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Director, Behavioral Health

  • Harris Health
  • Houston, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 30+ days ago

JOB SUMMARY The Director, Behavioral Health is accountable for the operational management of the Behavioral Health Team....

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Mental Health Clinical Manager - Tyler, TX

  • CENIKOR
  • Tyler, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Tyler, TX
  • 30+ days ago

Mental Health Clinical Manager - Tyler, TX Cenikor Foundation is a non-profit organization and one of the largest substance use treatment centers in the nation. We are currently looking for a...

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Senior Clinical Manager

  • The Council of Recovery
  • Houston, TX
  • 30+ days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 30+ days ago

health, particularly in the treatment of substance use and co-occurring disorders, and integrate relevant approaches into clinical programming and staff development Program Oversight & Operations Oversee...

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Clinical Manager, Treatment Initiation

  • ACES
  • McKinney, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • McKinney, TX
  • 45+ days ago

Clinical Manager, Treatment Initiation McKinney, TX Job Details $89,000 - $94,000 a year 20 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Relocation assistance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid...

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Clinical Manager

  • Metrocare
  • Dallas, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 45+ days ago

Understanding of best practice for treatment of complex behavioral health issues. Effectively motivate and supervise staff. Effective verbal and written communication skills....

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Director - Mental Health Center

  • University of Texas Permian Basin
  • Odessa, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • Odessa, TX
  • 45+ days ago

The University of Texas Permian Basin welcomes applications for the position of Director of our Mental Health Center. Salary Range $90,000.00 - $96,000.00 depending on qualifications Essential...

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Salary for Program Director Jobs in Texas

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMentalHealth research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Program Directors in Texas offer the following education background
Master's Degree
54.3%
Doctorate Degree
20.3%
Bachelor's Degree
18.8%
Associate's Degree
2.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.8%
High School or GED
1.6%
Some College
0.3%
Some High School
0.0%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Program Directors in Texas
2-4 years
34.6%
4-6 years
34.6%
1-2 years
23.1%
6-8 years
3.8%
Less than 1 year
3.8%



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