Program Director Jobs in California

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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Mental Health Program Manager

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 3 hours ago

Lead vendor relationships, ensure effective service delivery, regular performance reviews, and alignment with mental health program goals....

Associate Behavioral Health Director

  • Healdsburg, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Healdsburg, CA
  • 4 hours ago

OR LMFT: Utilize solution-focused therapy strategies to provide mental health services to families, couples, individuals, and children Perform intake and needs assessments for individuals, significant...

Licensed BBS Clinical Manager/ Supervisor - Women's Hope

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 8 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 8 hours ago

Functions as liaison between the Mental Health component and Substance Use component of treatment and collaborates with program director....

Clinical Manager (LMFT, LPCC, LCSW)

  • Anaheim, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Anaheim, CA
  • 18 hours ago

-May provide direct client care as assigned, which may include individual, family, group therapy, crisis management and discharge planning....

Clinical Manager Part-Time (LMFT, LPCC, LCSW)

  • Anaheim, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Anaheim, CA
  • 18 hours ago

-May provide direct client care as assigned, which may include individual, family, group therapy, crisis management and discharge planning....

Clinical Manager LMFT/LCSW

  • Anaheim, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Anaheim, CA
  • 18 hours ago

We are experts in the field of behavioral health care, providing cutting-edge mental health and substance use community-based services and offering a dynamic employment experience!...

Clinical Manager

  • Anaheim, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Anaheim, CA
  • 18 hours ago

-May provide direct client care as assigned, which may include individual, family, group therapy, crisis management and discharge planning....

Mental Health Program Manager

  • Richmond, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Richmond, CA
  • 2 days ago

of the Detention Mental Health Chief (VQDN) to promote and monitor behavioral health services for patients at the Martinez Detention Facility, West County Detention Facility, West County Reentry, Housing...

Clinical Manager - Hope Cooperative (TLCS, Inc.)

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 2 days ago

Deliver therapeutic services to clients and family/caregivers, including but not limited to, individual therapy, group therapy and family therapy....

Medical Director - Behavioral Health

  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA
  • 5 days ago

The Medical Director of Behavioral Health oversees the inpatient/concurrent review process, care integration efforts, and all levels of behavioral health care provided to IEHP Members....

Deputy Director of Behavioral Health

  • Salinas, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Salinas, CA
  • 6 days ago

health professional for the position of Deputy Director of Behavioral Health....

Remote Mental Health Clinical Supervisor

  • Orange, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Orange, CA
  • 6 days ago

Mental Health Clinical Supervisor ERA ED, a division of The Stepping Stones Group, is hiring immediately for a Mental Health Clinical Supervisor (Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Clinical...

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Associate Mental Health Director

  • West Covina, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • West Covina, CA
  • 7 days ago

of cost effective and high-quality mental health and behavioral health services that result in optimal patient experience....

Administrative Director Behavioral Health Services

  • Sun Valley, CA
  • 9 days ago
  • Sun Valley, CA
  • 9 days ago

to strengthen behavioral health services to the community....

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Salary for Program Director Jobs in California

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


Highest Education Level

Program Directors in California offer the following education background
Master's Degree
54.3%
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 Directors in California
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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