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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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?...

SCCMHA JOB VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT Client Service Manager Pay Range: $60,313.78 - $74,231.60 Annually $3,000 Recruitment Bonus for Clinical Bachelor level new hires!! ($1,000 paid at start, $1,000...

Chief Program Officer

  • Hayward, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Hayward, CA
  • 8 days ago

Oversee program operations, including fiscal performance, and utilization, by partnering with Program Managers and leveraging mid-level leadership to ensure smooth, high-quality service delivery across...

Medical Director Behavioral Health

  • Washington, DC
  • 14 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 14 days ago

Health in collaboration with the Corporate Medical Director, Behavioral Health....

Registered Nurse RN Director Behavioral Health

  • Natick, MA
  • 29 days ago
  • Natick, MA
  • 29 days 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...

Life Renewal Services, Inc., a behavior health center, located in Windsor Mill, MD, is seeking a seasoned human services or mental health professional to lead its Psychiatric Rehabilitation Program.Qualified...

RN Director of Mental Health Program

  • Sumner, IA
  • 13 hours ago
  • Sumner, IA
  • 13 hours ago

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Program Director - Behavioral Health Services

  • New York, NY
  • 14 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 14 hours ago

health needs....

RN Psychiatric Supervisor needed in Buffalo 3p-11p $63/hr FT

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 1 day ago

Salary: $60 / Hour + Psych RN Supervisor needed in Buffalo + $63/hr + 3p-11p + supervision experience required + contact Laura at ... for more information The Psychiatric/Mental Health (PMH)...

Clinical Manager-Psychiatry

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

Create a single entry point for all Ambulatory services offered within MSHS, Community referrals and assist with throughput. Assesses urgency of evaluation or treatment request and refer patients...

Travel Director of Behavioral Health Nursing - $3,920 per week

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

Prime Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN Director Behavioral Health for a travel nursing job in Brooklyn, New York....

Clinical Manager - Childrens Behavioral Health (West Valley)

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 1 day ago
  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 1 day ago

Overview West Valley Location Job Summary: The West Valley Behavioral Health Center is currently seeking a capable and experienced Clinical Manager for our Children's Behavioral Health program....

In collaboration with the Senior Advisor and Medical Director, lead the strategic direction of crisis response programs within the Office of Behavioral Health....

RESPONSIBILITIES: Collaborate with Clinical Leadership to provide individual and group therapy/counseling services to a caseload of mentally ill and dual disorder adults, supervise as assigned a team...

Director of Behavioral Health

  • Far Rockaway, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Far Rockaway, NY
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary: The Joseph Addabbo Family Health Center (JPA) is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Behavioral Health to lead and expand our Behavioral Health (BH) department....

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Salary for Program Manager Jobs Nationwide

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


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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