Program Manager Jobs

A Program Manager in the mental health industry is primarily responsible for the overall management and implementation of various mental health programs and services. They are in charge of developing and implementing strategies to enhance the efficiency and quality of these services. This role involves tasks such as coordinating staff, managing budgets, evaluating program effectiveness, and ensuring compliance with legal and organizational standards. They may also be involved in community outreach and advocacy efforts, raising awareness about mental health issues and promoting available services.

Essential skills for this role include strong leadership abilities, excellent communication, and interpersonal skills, and a deep understanding of mental health issues and treatments. They need to be detail-oriented strategists with a capacity for critical thinking and problem-solving. A master's degree in a related field such as psychology, social work, or counseling is typically required. Professional certification like Certified Psychiatric Rehabilitation Practitioner (CPRP) or Certified Case Manager (CCM) can also be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Program Manager, individuals might have roles such as a Mental Health Counselor, Clinical Social Worker, or Psychiatric Nurse.

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Raritan Bay Area YMCA

Program Coordinator - Bridges Program

Are you passionate about supporting youth and creating opportunities for underrepresented communities? Do you have experience working with multicultural and multilingual populations? We invite you...

Nurse Executive Director of Behavioral Health Services

  • Leitchfield, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Leitchfield, KY
  • 5 days ago

About Us: Are you an experienced RN looking to make a significant impact in the field of behavioral health? Do you have a passion for inpatient behavioral health management?...

Director of Behavioral Health - #5529

  • Coos Bay, OR
  • 5 days ago
  • Coos Bay, OR
  • 5 days ago

Signet Health, a national behavioral health management company, is recruiting for a full-time Director of Behavioral Health to manage our behavioral health program at Bay Area Hospital on the South...

for consumers receiving Saginaw County Community Mental Health Authority (SCCMHA) services....

Clinical Manager

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 60+ days ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 60+ days ago

Description Our RN Home Health Clinical Managers have been called to care when they're needed most. As a member of our Interim HealthCare team, you'll support a full range of patient services to...

RN Director Behavioral Health

  • Concord, MA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Concord, MA
  • 23 hours ago

MetroWest Medical Center is the largest community health care system between Worcester and Boston. MetroWest Medical Center is committed to providing high quality, comprehensive care, at a...

Behavioral Health Director of Nursing

  • Beaverton, OR
  • moments ago
  • Beaverton, OR
  • moments ago

Apply today to join our clients dynamic team and play a pivotal role in advancing mental health care as a Behavioral Health Director of Nursing!...

Behavioral Health Director of Nursing

  • West Linn, OR
  • moments ago
  • West Linn, OR
  • moments ago

Apply today to join our clients dynamic team and play a pivotal role in advancing mental health care as a Behavioral Health Director of Nursing!...

Acute Director of Behavioral Health RN

  • Washington, NE
  • moments ago
  • Washington, NE
  • moments ago

Director of Behavioral Health Are you seeking an environment that fosters both your personal and professional development? Look no further....

Acute Director of Behavioral Health RN

  • Uehling, NE
  • moments ago
  • Uehling, NE
  • moments ago

Director of Behavioral Health Are you seeking an environment that fosters both your personal and professional development? Look no further....

Director of Behavioral Health

  • Placerville, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Placerville, CA
  • 3 hours ago

The County of El Dorado is recruiting applicants for the Director of Behavioral Health, located in Placerville, CA CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE RECRUITMENT BROCHURE El Dorado County is one of the most beautiful...

Largo, MD, offers an excellent environment for physicians to live and practice due to its strategic location, growing healthcare sector, and strong community.Situated within proximity to...

Medical Director of Psychiatry Needed in Wisconsin

  • West Allis, WI
  • 10 hours ago
  • West Allis, WI
  • 10 hours ago

Part of the Milwaukee metropolitan area, West Allis is named after the Allis Chalmers firm with its roots in manufacturing. The community boasts nearly twenty parks, a regional farmers market, the...

Behavioral Health Supervisor

  • Houston, TX
  • 10 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 10 hours ago

Under supervision of the Behavioral Health Director, provides coaching as appropriate to Behavioral Health staff on all levels....

Psychology Program Manager

  • Toledo, OH
  • 11 hours ago
  • Toledo, OH
  • 11 hours ago

Manager HUDVASH Program in the Mental Health Service of VAAAHS....

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Salary for Program Manager Jobs Nationwide

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Highest Education Level

Program Managers offer the following education background
Master's Degree
54.2%
Doctorate Degree
20.5%
Bachelor's Degree
18.7%
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 Managers
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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