Program Manager Jobs in Illinois

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
  • 3 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 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
  • 3 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 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...

LCSW/LCPC Social Work Behavioral Health Supervisor

  • Hinsdale, IL
  • 14 hours ago
  • Hinsdale, IL
  • 14 hours 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
  • 1 day ago
  • Palos Park, IL
  • 1 day 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
  • 2 days ago
  • Crestwood, 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 Rehabilitation: Full-Time

  • Sandwich, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Sandwich, IL
  • 8 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...

Director of Rehab

  • Glenwood, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Glenwood, IL
  • 8 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
  • 9 days ago
  • Downers Grove, IL
  • 9 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 of Evanston

  • Evanston, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Evanston, IL
  • 12 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
  • 12 days ago
  • Glenwood, IL
  • 12 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 of Palatine

  • Palatine, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Palatine, IL
  • 12 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 of Highwood

  • Highwood, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Highwood, IL
  • 12 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)

  • Barry, IL
  • 12 days ago
  • Barry, IL
  • 12 days ago

Enhance Rehabilitation Director of Rehab (DOR) in Barry , 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

  • Quincy, IL
  • 15 days ago
  • Quincy, IL
  • 15 days ago

Enhance Rehabilitation DOR-Director of Rehab in Quincy , Illinois Sign on Bonus!!! Enhance Rehabilitation is now hiring a Director of Rehab to oversee rehabilitation services in one or more of our...

Regional Director of Rehabilitation-RDOR

  • Skokie, IL
  • 18 days ago
  • Skokie, IL
  • 18 days ago

Enhance Rehabilitation Regional Director of Rehabilitation-RDOR in Skokie , Illinois Enhance Rehabilitation is now hiring a Regional Director of Rehab to oversee the rehabilitation services in...

Demographic Data for Illinois

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Salary for Program Manager Jobs in Illinois

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


Highest Education Level

Program Managers in Illinois 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 Illinois
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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