Program Manager Jobs in Palos Park, IL

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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Clinical Manager

  • Chicago, IL (19 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (19 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 20 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 (19 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (19 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 21 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 (9 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hinsdale, IL (9 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 1 day 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
  • 2 days ago
  • Palos Park, 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 Rehab - Aliya Crestwood

  • Crestwood, IL (6 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Crestwood, IL (6 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 3 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

  • Glenwood, IL (15 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Glenwood, IL (15 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 9 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 (13 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL (13 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 10 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 (15 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Glenwood, IL (15 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 13 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 Rehab

  • Chicago, IL (19 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (19 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 17 days ago

Enhance Rehabilitation DOR-Director of Rehab in Chicago , 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 - Austin

  • Chicago, IL (19 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (19 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 21 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 Rehab - Oak PARK

  • Oak Park, IL (15 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 21 days ago
  • Oak Park, IL (15 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 21 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...

Clinical Manager - Clinical Resource Unit (CRU), Nursing Office, and Clinical Decision Unit (CDU)

  • Park Ridge, IL (23 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 28 days ago
  • Park Ridge, IL (23 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 28 days ago

Department: 34021 Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - House Supervisors Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Clinical manager will...

Director of Psych-Social (PRSD) - Skilled Nursing Facility

  • Chicago, IL (19 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 29 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (19 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 29 days ago

These settings include Long-term Care Skilled Nursing (SNFs), Short-term Care Rehabilitation, Intermediate Care (ICFs), and Behavioral Health Service (SMHRFs) centers....

Director of Rehabilitation: Full-Time

  • Naperville, IL (15 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Naperville, IL (15 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 30+ 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...

Clinical Manager, SSD - REQ001927_1-3175

  • Chicago, IL (19 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (19 miles from Palos Park, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

at The College Board in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Clinical Manager College Board - Risk Management Hybrid (NYO) or Remote Candidates should expect to come into the New York...

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Salary for Program Manager Jobs in Palos Park, IL

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Highest Education Level

Program Managers in Palos Park, IL 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 Palos Park, IL
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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