How much does a Director Mental Health Services make in District of Columbia? The average Director Mental Health Services salary in District of Columbia is $161,200 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $140,700 and $182,200. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on the city and many other important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession.

Director Mental Health Services Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Director Mental Health Services Salary $122,036 DC March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Director Mental Health Services Salary $140,700 DC March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Director Mental Health Services Salary $161,200 DC March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Director Mental Health Services Salary $182,200 DC March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Director Mental Health Services Salary $201,319 DC March 26, 2024
25% $140,700 10% $122,036 90% $201,319 75% $182,200 $161,200 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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The Director Mental Health Services oversees the treatment of patients with emotional, mental, and or psychological disorders. Directs and coordinates the policies, objectives, initiatives, and programs for the delivery of psychological services to patients. Being a Director Mental Health Services requires a bachelor's degree or its equivalent. Ensures the psychological division follows regulatory compliance requirements and standard procedures. In addition, Director Mental Health Services typically reports to top management. The Director Mental Health Services manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. Working as a Director Mental Health Services typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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