Program Manager Jobs in Georgia

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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Director Behavioral Health Program and Services

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 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...

RN Clinical Manager Hospice

  • Pooler, GA
  • 9 days ago
  • Pooler, GA
  • 9 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....

RN Clinical Manager Home Health Registered Nurse

  • Savannah, GA
  • 9 days ago
  • Savannah, GA
  • 9 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....

Licensed Clinical Manager - Crisis Center

  • Decatur, GA
  • 13 days ago
  • Decatur, GA
  • 13 days ago

in the field of mental health....

Clinical Manager Hospice

  • Cartersville, GA
  • 20 days ago
  • Cartersville, GA
  • 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....

Statewide Psychiatric Director

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 22 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 22 days ago

Program Manager/Vice President of Operations (VPO)....

Clinical Manager

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 26 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 26 days ago

Clinical Manager 23 Warren St SE, Atlanta, GA 30317, USA Req #953 Friday, February 14, 2025 Claratel Behavioral Health is an innovative, community-based behavioral health and developmental disabilities...

Medical Director - Psychiatry

  • GA
  • 26 days ago
  • GA
  • 26 days ago

EPM Scientific are on the lookout for a top tier candidate to fill a vacancy with a client of ours on a 2 year contract as a Medical Director, Duties and responsibilities will be listed below. We...

Forensic Psychology Director - Decatur, GA

  • Decatur, GA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Decatur, GA
  • 45+ days ago

GRHA offers adult mental health services, forensic program services, and rehabilitative services to residents of the following counties: Adult Mental Health Services: DeKalb, Fulton, Clayton, Gwinnett...

Hospice Clinical Manager RN Full Time

  • Duluth, GA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Duluth, GA
  • 45+ days ago

Requisition #: 202732 Location: Duluth, GA 30096 Category: Nursing Salary: $70,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year Position Details Position Overview: The Clinical Manager Hospice works under the...

BH Residential Clinical Manager

  • Decatur, GA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Decatur, GA
  • 45+ days ago

BH Residential Clinical Manager 455 Winn Way, Decatur, GA 30030, USA Req #947 Thursday, January 16, 2025 Claratel Behavioral Health is an innovative, community-based behavioral health and developmental...

Mental Health Director - Local Detention

  • Marietta, GA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Marietta, GA
  • 60+ days ago

Provide direct clinical services and notify the Regional Director of Mental Health or VP of Mental Health of clinical concerns impacting individual patients or the mental health services program....

Licensed Clinical Manager

  • Decatur, GA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Decatur, GA
  • 60+ days ago

Licensed Clinical Manager 455 Winn Way, Decatur, GA 30030, USA Req #943 Monday, January 6, 2025 Claratel Behavioral Health is an innovative, community-based behavioral health and developmental disabilities...

Clinical Manager - Crisis Center

  • Decatur, GA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Decatur, GA
  • 60+ days ago

in the field of mental health....

Demographic Data for Georgia

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Salary for Program Manager Jobs in Georgia

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


Highest Education Level

Program Managers in Georgia 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 Georgia
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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