Program Director Jobs in Illinois

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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Clinical Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 hours ago

W Who we are ERC Pathlight is an innovative, rapidly growing clinical leader in the behavioral health sector....

Director Behavioral Health Program and Services

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 hours ago

A proud member of the Elevance Health family of companies, Carelon Behavioral Health, formerly Beacon Health Options, offers superior clinical mental health and substance use disorder management, a...

LCSW/LCPC Social Work Behavioral Health Supervisor

  • Hinsdale, IL
  • 14 hours ago
  • Hinsdale, IL
  • 14 hours ago

Assure outpatient appointments are scheduled upon inpatient discharge Coordinates the continuum of care of patients between Behavioral Health Programs Completes Certificate for Involuntary Admission...

DOR-Director of Rehab - Palos Park

  • Palos Park, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Palos Park, IL
  • 1 day ago

Enhance Rehabilitation is now hiring a Director of Rehab to oversee rehabilitation services in one or more of our service locations! Enhance Rehabilitation is dedicated to providing quality...

Director of Rehab - Aliya Crestwood

  • Crestwood, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Crestwood, IL
  • 2 days ago

Enhance Rehabilitation is now hiring a Director of Rehab to oversee rehabilitation services in one or more of our service locations! Enhance Rehabilitation is dedicated to providing quality...

Director of Rehabilitation: Full-Time

  • Sandwich, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Sandwich, IL
  • 8 days ago

Overview Must be a licensed and or a registered therapist to be considered. ** EXCLUSIVE NEW JOB OPPORTUNITY!!** ***Highly competitive rates and benefits package! *** Do you know a therapist who's...

Director of Rehab

  • Glenwood, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Glenwood, IL
  • 8 days ago

Director of Rehab Company: Enhance Rehabilitation Location: Glenwood, IL Date Posted: 3/1/25, 9:53 PM Enhance Rehabilitation is now hiring a Director of Rehab to oversee rehabilitation services in...

Director of Rehab - Downer's Grove

  • Downers Grove, IL
  • 9 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL
  • 9 days ago

Enhance Rehabilitation is now hiring a Director of Rehab to oversee rehabilitation services in one or more of our service locations! Enhance Rehabilitation is dedicated to providing quality...

Director of Rehab - Aliya of Evanston

  • Evanston, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Evanston, IL
  • 12 days ago

Enhance Rehabilitation is now hiring a Director of Rehab to oversee rehabilitation services in one or more of our service locations! Enhance Rehabilitation is dedicated to providing quality...

Director of Rehab - Aliya Glenwood

  • Glenwood, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Glenwood, IL
  • 12 days ago

Enhance Rehabilitation is now hiring a Director of Rehab to oversee rehabilitation services in one or more of our service locations! Enhance Rehabilitation is dedicated to providing quality...

Director of Rehab - Aliya of Palatine

  • Palatine, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Palatine, IL
  • 12 days ago

Enhance Rehabilitation is now hiring a Director of Rehab to oversee rehabilitation services in one or more of our service locations! Enhance Rehabilitation is dedicated to providing quality...

Director of Rehab - Aliya of Highwood

  • Highwood, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Highwood, IL
  • 12 days ago

Enhance Rehabilitation is now hiring a Director of Rehab to oversee rehabilitation services in one or more of our service locations! Enhance Rehabilitation is dedicated to providing quality...

Director of Rehab (DOR)

  • Barry, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Barry, IL
  • 12 days ago

Enhance Rehabilitation Director of Rehab (DOR) in Barry , Illinois Enhance Rehabilitation is now hiring a Director of Rehab to oversee rehabilitation services in one or more of our service...

DOR-Director of Rehab

  • Quincy, IL
  • 15 days ago
  • Quincy, IL
  • 15 days ago

Enhance Rehabilitation DOR-Director of Rehab in Quincy , Illinois Sign on Bonus!!! Enhance Rehabilitation is now hiring a Director of Rehab to oversee rehabilitation services in one or more of our...

Regional Director of Rehabilitation-RDOR

  • Skokie, IL
  • 18 days ago
  • Skokie, IL
  • 18 days ago

Enhance Rehabilitation Regional Director of Rehabilitation-RDOR in Skokie , Illinois Enhance Rehabilitation is now hiring a Regional Director of Rehab to oversee the rehabilitation services in...

Demographic Data for Illinois

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Salary for Program Director Jobs in Illinois

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


Highest Education Level

Program Directors in Illinois 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 Illinois
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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