Graduate Certificate in Mental Health and Wellness: Community Mental Health Administration Emphasis

There are several skills and qualities that can be helpful for aspiring community mental health administrators. These include:^{(See disclaimer 3)}

• Leadership skills, including mentoring and training
• Communication skills
• Conflict resolution
• Teamwork and collaboration
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving
• Empathy
• Adaptability and flexibility

Behavioral health science and mental health are similar terms often used interchangeably. However, there are some subtle differences. Whereas a behavioral health professional explores how a person’s actions, lifestyle and social interactions may affect their wellbeing, a mental health professional focuses on how a person’s psychological state (including emotions and personality) affects them.^{(See disclaimer 4)}

Mental health administrators lead mental health and behavioral health facilities. They are charged with ensuring the quality of patient care, compliance with all regulations and efficient business operations. They may handle a variety of tasks, including:^{(See disclaimer 5)}

• Establishing organizational or departmental objectives and tasks
• Developing an annual budget
• Developing new programs, strategies and marketing approaches
• Overseeing professional certifications, licensure and accreditations
• Managing funding, staffing, program evaluation and other day-to-day responsibilities