Program Director Jobs in Virginia

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 Director

Title: Clinical Director Possible Hours: 7:30 am – 4:30 pm; 9:00am – 6:00 pm Pay: Negotiable Benefits: · Sign on Bonus: $500 · Sick Leave (after 30 Days) · Vacation (after 30 days) Duties and...

Director Behavioral Health Program and Services

  • Richmond, VA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 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...

Psychology Director

  • Staunton, VA
  • 7 days ago
  • Staunton, VA
  • 7 days ago

Title: Psychology Director State Role Title: 49212 Hiring Range: $124,323 salary commensurate with experience Pay Band: 6 Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop Location: COV Center for Child & Adoles...

Director, Behavioral Health, Central Access

  • Falls Church, VA
  • 13 days ago
  • Falls Church, VA
  • 13 days ago

The Director of Behavioral Health (IBH) Central Access develops and implements a strategic plan and vision for the Central Access and Emergency Services programs....

Outpatient Clinical Manager Pulmonology

  • Annandale, VA
  • 16 days ago
  • Annandale, VA
  • 16 days ago

Mental Health Support: offering all Inova team members, their spouses/partners, and their children 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions, per person, per year, at no cost....

Regional Director, Behavioral Health Services

  • Richmond, VA
  • 16 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 16 days ago

Familiarity with Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Dialectal Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, psychotropic medications as...

RN Clinical Manager Hospice

  • North Chesterfield, VA
  • 20 days ago
  • North Chesterfield, VA
  • 20 days ago

.* Mental health support, including up to five free counseling sessions per year through the Amedisys Employee Assistance program. 401(k) with a company match....

Director of Behavioral Health Services

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 29 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 29 days ago

Director of Behavioral Health Services Job ID: EB-......

Medical Director, Behavioral Health Services

  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 29 days ago
  • Chesapeake, VA
  • 29 days ago

Medical Director, Behavioral Health Services Job ID: 4 Job Title: Medical Director, Behavioral Health Services Location: Chesapeake, VA Medical Director of Comprehensive Behavioral Health Services (...

Clinical Program Supervisor - Community Clinician/Assessor

  • Radford, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Radford, VA
  • 30+ days ago

The Clinical Program Supervisor works with the Program Manager and Program Director to provide day-to-day management and supervision of Community-Based Mental Health Case Management (MHCM)....

Clinical Manager RN Home Health

  • Gloucester, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Gloucester, VA
  • 30+ days ago

.* Mental health support, including up to five free counseling sessions per year through the Amedisys Employee Assistance program. 401(k) with a company match....

Registered Nurse (RN) - Behavioral Health Supervisor - Maryview Medical Center

  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Portsmouth, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours! S cheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: Evenings (United States of America) Position Summary The Administrative Supervisor demonstrates effective...

Director of Behavioral Health Intake Services

  • Falls Church, VA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Falls Church, VA
  • 45+ days ago

Come join our team as a(an) Dir Behavioral Health Intake. We care for our communities and employees!...

Director, Mental Health Outpatient Services

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 90+ days ago

Reports to the Vice President of the Mental Health Service Line....

Director of Mental Health & Performance

  • Williamsburg, VA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Williamsburg, VA
  • 90+ days ago

Position Number: FP914W Position Title: Director of Mental Health & Performance Employment Category: Full Time Professional Location: William & Mary Department: 834500 Student Athlete Well-Being Unit...

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Salary for Program Director Jobs in Virginia

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


Highest Education Level

Program Directors in Virginia 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 Virginia
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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