[Hiring] Virtual Executive Director @Guidelight Health

Role Description

The Virtual Executive Director leads Guidelight Health’s multi-state virtual programming with vision, operational excellence, and a focus on delivering an exceptional client experience. This role ensures high-quality care, compliance with all regulations, and effective business performance across virtual Intensive Outpatient (IOP) and Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP).

The Virtual Executive Director serves as the central driver of program success:

• Overseeing operations
• Guiding staff performance
• Maintaining compliance standards
• Fostering a collaborative, mission-driven team culture

They will work closely with cross-state clinical, operational, and administrative leaders to ensure seamless care delivery, efficient use of resources, and consistent application of the “Guidelight standard” of care.

Qualifications

• Based in MST.
• Master’s degree in counseling, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, or related field.
• Must reside in and be willing to work Pacific Standard Time (PST).
• Must hold an active license (LICSW, LCSW, LMHC, LPC) in CO with at least 3 years post-independent practice and be willing/able to obtain additional state licenses as needed.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience in clinical virtual care management or program leadership.
• Proven track record in visionary leadership, strategic planning, and adept team management.
• Demonstrated ability to lead distributed teams in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
• Proficiency with virtual care platforms, EMR/CRM systems, and Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication skills with ability to represent Guidelight to internal and external stakeholders.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion with cultural competency in leadership.

Requirements

• Experience in a multi-site or multi-state healthcare program leadership.
• Higher level-of-care clinical experience (IOP, PHP, residential, inpatient) preferred.

Benefits

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.