Executive Director

Guidelight Health is a cutting-edge behavioral healthcare company dedicated to transforming lives through high-quality PHP (Partial Hospitalization Program) and IOP (Intensive Outpatient Program) services. As a newly launched organization, we are on a mission to redefine the behavioral health industry by delivering exceptional care, utilizing state-of-the-art facilities, and prioritizing the well-being of those we serve. At Guidelight Health, we are building a team of passionate, forward-thinking professionals who are eager to be part of this exciting journey to reshape mental health care. Join us in making a lasting impact!

Title: Executive Director

Reports to: Director of Clinical Operations

Department/Location: 100% Onsite in Federal Way, WA

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position is onsite, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm at the Federal Way Guidelight Facility. The Executive Director will oversee the Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) for both adult and adolescent programming. *Must be able to work onsite 100% of the time*  

*Must have an active independent Washington State therapy license. 

Role Summary:

The Executive Director Role will lead with vision, drive operational excellence, and foster a collaborative environment. The Executive Director has overall responsibility for the clinic achieving business objectives. The role involves ensuring high-quality care, compliance with regulations, and effective financial management. The ideal candidate should be adept at cultivating relationships and fostering program growth. The individual should be dedicated to promoting an inclusive and culturally competent work environment as well as creating a welcoming atmosphere within the PHP/IOP Programs. The Executive Director should be prepared to field questions on behalf of Guidelight Health posed by clients, families, staff, governmental officials, or the greater public. On a typical day, the Executive Director can be found driving daily operations for their site, managing the site P&L, evaluating staff performance, or providing on-going clinical training for staff. The Executive Director may sometimes participate in conferences to ensure that they are up to date on the latest state and federal regulations and behavioral health trends. 

Role Responsibilities:

• Builds and maintains an organization, which can implement program plans.  

• Maintains clinic expenditures within the approved budget.  

• Ensures clinic compliance with all pertinent laws, regulations, and contracts.  

• Administers and implements the policies and procedures of the clinic, including administration, people, treatment services, and records.  

• Ensures staff complies with all ethical standards of Guidelight Health as required by State Department of Health, CARF or other regulatory or licensing agencies.  

• Reviews and updates the policy and procedural manual, with the assistance of the Clinical Director and the leadership team as required.  

• Provides regular evaluation of the clinic's treatment program.  

• Coordinates with oversight agencies to ensure the quality of care.  

• Coordinates and cooperates with the staff of other agencies and organizations to provide the best treatment for each client.  

• Ensure the safety of the staff and clients by safeguarding appropriate safety protocols and training of the staff.  

• Ensures appropriate orientation and training of new teammates.  

• Conducts teammate evaluations as appropriate.  

• Conducts regular administrative staff meetings.  

• Participates in CARF external and internal audits. 

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree in counseling, Social Work or related program from an accredited college or university.    

• Active and current licensure in social work (LICSW, LCSW) or counseling (LMHC, LPC) or marriage and family therapy (LMFT). 

• 5-7 years of higher level of care clinical experience. 

• 2+ years of management experience. 

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and ability to learn department and job-specific software systems. 

• Proven track record in visionary leadership, strategic planning, and adept team management.  

• Leadership experience in a mental health setting working with Adolescents and Adults.   

• Understanding of a variety of modalities including DBT, CBT, ACT, MI.  

• Appreciation for Group Therapy.   

• Collaborative and team-oriented mindset. 

• Looking to assist with business development, networking, and outreach strategies in the local market. 

• Collaborate with the leadership team to manage financial operations. 

• Flexibly and adaptability to meet the diverse needs of clients in a fast-paced environment.   

• Demonstrates understanding and appreciation of cultural inclusivity and diversity.   

• Bring visionary leadership, operational expertise, and a talent for fostering collaboration to redefine the standards of PHP/IOP treatment.    

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules or policy & procedure manuals.   

• Ability to author routine reports and correspondence.   

• Strong communication skills with an ability to speak effectively before clients or employees of our organization.  

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3 years post independent license is preferred.  

• IOP/PHP, inpatient, residential emergency room experience preferred.

 

Pay Range$130,000—$160,000 USD

Benefits & Perks 

At Guidelight, we value a work-life integration culture. This approach allows our teammates to focus on what matters most to them, while also caring for our clients and fellow teammates. We have found that this promotes a sustainable and successful culture, and we offer the following benefits to our teammates to demonstrate this commitment to each other.  

As a Guidelight teammate, working 32+ hours per week, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including: 

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, HealthJoy unlimited therapy, UHC wellness program, HSA/FSA options, and pet insurance. 
• Time Off: Responsible PTO covering vacation, sick leave, and select federal holidays. 
• 401(k): With company match.
• Professional Development: $1,500 tuition reimbursement for ongoing education or CEUs, and opportunities for cross-licensure when applicable.