Program Director Jobs in Virginia

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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Behavioral Health Supervisor - Youth & Family

  • Alexandria, VA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 23 hours ago

health services for approximately 150 youth (ages 3 to 23) and families each year, and interfaces with referral sources on existing cases and/or new referrals....

Behavioral Health Supervisor - Residential Treatment & Detox Services

  • Alexandria, VA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Alexandria, VA
  • 23 hours ago

This position works within the Crossroads Residential Program, a treatment program that serves adults with co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders....

Psychiatric Director

  • Manassas, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Manassas, VA
  • 2 days ago

Collaborate with mental health, nursing, and security staff Be available 24/7 for psychiatric emergencies Review lab results and orders related to mental health care Develop policies and procedures...

Director of Crisis Services

  • Arlington, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Arlington, VA
  • 4 days ago

About The Organization: Doorways is an Arlington-based non-profit agency helping individuals and families create pathways out of homelessness, domestic violence and sexual assault leading to safe,...

Behavioral Health Supervisor - Regional Community Programs

  • Fairfax, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 6 days ago

CSBs are the local behavioral health agencies that serve as the point of entry into publicly funded, safety-net services for behavioral health, developmental disability, and substance use disorders....

Director, Mental Health Inpatient Nursing

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 7 days ago

The Director, Mental Health Inpatient Nursing oversees all nursing operations within the pediatric inpatient mental health setting which includes 42-beds and 120 FTEs, while ensuring the delivery of...

Behavioral Health Supervisor - Regional Community Programs

  • Fairfax, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA
  • 7 days ago

CSBs are the local behavioral health agencies that serve as the point of entry into publicly funded, safety-net services for behavioral health, developmental disability, and substance use disorders....

Psychology Program Manager

  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 15 days ago
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 15 days ago

Programs include but are not limited to addiction, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), mental health intensive case management (MHICM), mental health compensation and pension examination (C&P) programs...

Psychology Program Manager

  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 16 days ago
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 16 days ago

Programs include but are not limited to addiction, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), mental health intensive case management (MHICM), mental health compensation and pension examination (C&P) programs...

health/substance abuse setting, with crisis experience is preferred....

Residency Program Associate Director, Psychiatry

  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 24 days ago
  • Fredericksburg, VA
  • 24 days ago

*Support Program Director in optimization of residency program. *Support Program Director in oversight of teaching faculty. *Attend regular meetings of residency program staff....

Behavioral Health # of Reports: ~75 direct reports Primary Function/General Purpose of Position The Director Behavioral Health provides administrative supervision to Behavioral Health staff for the...

Clinical Program Supervisor- Intensive- New Horizons

  • Radford, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Radford, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Along with competitive benefits, and our generous PTO plan, will have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of those experiencing a mental health crisis within our community....

Intake Director- Behavioral Health

  • Williamsburg, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Williamsburg, VA
  • 45+ days ago

Behavioral health field preferred. Minimum of one year of supervision required....

Clinical Manager, Behavioral Health - Full Time

  • Winchester, VA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Winchester, VA
  • 90+ days ago

LCSW/LPC or mental health nursing or its equivalent accredited by the National League of Nursing required....

Demographic Data for Virginia

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Salary for Program Director Jobs in Virginia

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


Highest Education Level

Program Directors in Virginia offer the following education background
Master's Degree
54.2%
Doctorate Degree
20.5%
Bachelor's Degree
18.8%
Associate's Degree
2.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
1.8%
High School or GED
1.7%
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 Virginia
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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