Program Director Jobs in Wisconsin

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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RN Nurse Director - Behavioral Health

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 45+ days ago

Additional Preferences Prior Director level experience preferred Prior Behavioral Health experience preferred We are very excited to announce the expansion of Ascension St Francis Hospital's Behavioral...

Director Behavioral Health Program and Services

  • Waukesha, WI
  • 3 hours ago
  • Waukesha, WI
  • 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...

Home Health Clinical Manager 10K Sign On Bonus La Crosse

  • Tomah, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Tomah, WI
  • 1 day ago

Requisition #: 203923 Location: Tomah, WI 54660 Category: Clinical Care and Support Salary: $90,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year Position Details *** Participates in a 10% incentive plan and has a...

Home Health Clinical Manager 10K Sign On Bonus

  • La Crosse, WI
  • 2 days ago
  • La Crosse, WI
  • 2 days ago

Requisition #: 203968 Location: La Crosse, WI 54601 Category: Clinical Care and Support Salary: $90,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year Position Details ***$10,000 Sign-On Bonus *** Position Overview:...

Director of Rehabilitation

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 4 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 4 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-DOR

  • Kenosha, WI
  • 4 days ago
  • Kenosha, WI
  • 4 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

  • Sun Prairie, WI
  • 4 days ago
  • Sun Prairie, WI
  • 4 days ago

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

Director of Rehab-DOR - Sun Prairie

  • Sun Prairie, WI
  • 8 days ago
  • Sun Prairie, WI
  • 8 days ago

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

Home Health RN Clinical Manager

  • Brookfield, WI
  • 16 days ago
  • Brookfield, WI
  • 16 days ago

Requisition #: 203550 Location: Brookfield, WI 53005 Category: Nursing Salary: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year Position Details ** 10% bonus incentive plan in addition to base salary ** Position...

Clinic Director Mental Health and Counseling

  • Madison, WI
  • 26 days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 26 days ago

You will be the Clinic Director at Ellie Mental Health - Madison, WI, where youll get to share your vision for improving and expanding access to quality mental health care and thrive in an environment...

Director - Behavioral Health

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 45+ days ago

Additional Preferences Licensed Registered Nurse preferred Behavioral Health experience preferred We are very excited to announce the expansion of Ascension St Francis Hospital's Behavioral Health unit...

Home Health RN Clinical Manager 15K Sign On Bonus

  • Madison, WI
  • 45+ days ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 45+ days ago

Requisition #: 202722 Location: Madison, WI 53713 Category: Nursing Salary: $90,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year Position Details *** This position has a 10% of salary bonus plan and $15,000 Sign-On...

Psychology Director

  • Winnebago, WI
  • 90+ days ago
  • Winnebago, WI
  • 90+ days ago

Supervisory or management in a regulated healthcare environment that provides civil and/or forensic mental health care....

Director of Rehabilitation - Milwaukee

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 90+ days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 90+ 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...

DOR- Director of Rehabilitation - Milwaukee, WI

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 90+ days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI
  • 90+ 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...

Demographic Data for Wisconsin

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Salary for Program Director Jobs in Wisconsin

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


Highest Education Level

Program Directors in Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin
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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