Program Manager Jobs in Washington

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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Mental Health Clinical Supervisor

  • Vancouver, WA
  • 7 days ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 7 days ago

Conducts individual and group therapy sessions utilizing a variety of psychological techniques with an emphasis on treating co-occurring disorders....

Program Administrator/ Program Director - Mental Health 270

  • Stanwood, WA
  • 17 days ago
  • Stanwood, WA
  • 17 days ago

." - Client from Telecare Join Our Compassionate Team Telecare's mission is to deliver excellent and effective behavioral health services that engage individuals with complex needs in recovering their...

Clinical Program Director - Behavioral Health

  • Seattle, WA
  • 21 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 21 days ago

Clinical Program Director - Behavioral Health At OCD Anxiety Centers, we are passionate about making a difference in the lives of those struggling with anxiety disorders....

Department College of Social and Behavioral Sciences Reports To Dean, College of Social and Behavioral Sciences Appointment Fall 2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Classification Faculty, Full-Time...

full-time work schedule Knowledgeable in long-term rehabilitative processes Knowledgeable in alcoholism, drug addiction, and ASAM Criteria Clinical supervisor experience Possess a current licensed mental...

Behavioral Health Supervisor

  • Bellingham, WA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 60+ days ago

As the Specialty Behavioral Health (SBH) Supervisor, you would be responsible for supervision of the specialty behavioral health program and the employees within the department....

Demographic Data for Washington

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Salary for Program Manager Jobs in Washington

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


Highest Education Level

Program Managers in Washington 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 Managers in Washington
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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