Program Manager Jobs in California

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 Program Manager

  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 2 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
  • 3 hours ago
  • Healdsburg, CA
  • 3 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
  • 7 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • 7 hours ago

Residential programs run 24/7 and Individual and group therapy, family therapy, individualized case management, treatment planning, drug and alcohol counseling, Medication support services, and crisis...

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

The MH Program Manager will collaborate with justice partners and the community to improve the detention mental health delivery system....

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...

Remote Work

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....

Demographic Data for California

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Salary for Program Manager Jobs in California

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


Highest Education Level

Program Managers 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 Managers 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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