Manager, Clinical Outreach, Boston

Job Description

Job Description

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!

Description:

Title: Manager, Clinical Outreach
Reports to: Senior Director, Clinical Outreach
Department/Location: Boston
FLSA Status: Exempt

NOTE - The territory for this position is across the Greater Boston market.

Guidelight Health provides insurance-based intermediate levels of care that are structured, transformative, personalized and accessible. Guidelight is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We're passionate about fostering an environment where everyone, irrespective of their race, gender, sexual orientation, or background, feels valued and included.

As the Manager of Clinical Outreach, you'll be Guidelight's ambassador across Greater Boston, building the relationships and community partnerships that help more people access high-quality mental health care when they need it most. Reporting to the Senior Director, Clinical Outreach, you'll play a key role in expanding Guidelight's presence in the market and shaping how we show up for providers, patients, and communities. This is an opportunity to have a direct impact on our growth and mission. You'll partner closely with operations and clinical leaders to develop and execute a market outreach strategy, identify and cultivate referral partnerships, and create seamless pathways for patients to connect with Guidelight's programs.

At Guidelight, we believe mental healthcare works best when communities are connected. We strive to be more than a provider. We aim to be a trusted partner and resource hub for the local mental health ecosystem. Whether you're meeting with therapists, hospitals, schools, primary care providers, or community organizations, you'll help strengthen the network of support that leads to better outcomes for patients and families. If you love building relationships, creating opportunities, and making a meaningful impact in your community, this role offers a chance to help shape the future of mental healthcare in Greater Boston.

• Relationship Development & Community Partnerships
  • Build, develop, and maintain strong referral relationships with therapists, psychiatrists, schools, health systems, managed care organizations, and other community partners.
  • Identify and cultivate new referral opportunities across priority markets while deepening engagement with existing partners.
  • Serve as a trusted resource on mental health treatment options, with expertise in Partial Hospitalization (PHP) and Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP).
  • Represent Guidelight in the community through networking events, educational programs, conferences, and provider meetings.
• Patient Access & Consultation
  • Act as a consultative partner to providers, patients, and families navigating mental health treatment options and levels of care.
  • Partner closely with Admissions and Operations teams to ensure a seamless referral and intake experience.
  • Help identify and address barriers to treatment while facilitating timely access to Guidelight's programs.
  • Develop deep knowledge of Guidelight's services, outcomes, and clinical offerings to effectively support referral partners and prospective patients.
• Market Growth & Strategy
  • Develop and execute outreach strategies that expand Guidelight's presence, strengthen referral networks, and support census growth.
  • Lead weekly market growth meetings to review referral trends, partnership opportunities, and growth initiatives.
  • Gather and synthesize market feedback from referral partners, patients, and community stakeholders to inform program and market strategy.
• Pipeline Management & Data Integrity
  
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date referral partner records, outreach activities, and pipeline data within the CRM.
  • Leverage CRM insights and performance metrics to prioritize outreach efforts, identify growth opportunities, and measure impact.
  • Adhere to established data hygiene standards to ensure reliable reporting, forecasting, and visibility into market performance.
  • Track referral trends and partnership activity to support strategic decision-making and market planning.

• Must be based in the Greater Boston area with approximately 75% travel across the market to meet with referral partners and community organizations.
• 3+ years of experience in provider outreach or business development AND/OR 3+ years of experience providing direct clinical care (individual and/or groups) in out-patient, community, hospital or inpatient settings, in addition to program management experience.
• Demonstrated ability to build trust and credibility with clinicians, healthcare providers, and community stakeholders.
• Strong presentation and communication skills, with experience educating and influencing clinical audiences.
• Proven ability to develop and manage a territory, prioritize outreach efforts, and build a pipeline of referral relationships.
• Experience using HubSpot or a similar CRM to track activity, manage relationships, and maintain accurate data.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail and a commitment to data integrity and CRM hygiene.
• Self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial, and mission-driven environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Clinical licensure and/or a background in behavioral healthcare preferred (e.g., LPC, LICSW, LCSW, LMFT, Psychologist, or equivalent), with the ability to engage credibly with clinicians and referral partners.

*Please do not contact our public clinical admissions line regarding this or any other job posting. For recruiting-related inquiries, please contact the Talent team at View email address on ziprecruiter.com

Guidelight is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are passionate about fostering an environment where everyone, irrespective of their race, gender, sexual orientation, or background, feels valued and included.

We want to be a place where every employee has a voice and feels truly welcome, appreciated, free to be themselves, and empowered and enabled to do their best work. Our differences make us unique, and we actively support these differences and work to create communities of respect throughout our company.

Pay Range

$100,000—$120,000 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, in lieu of a traditional accrual-based policy, which allows full-time and part-time employees to take the time they need, when they need it, while ensuring continuity of care and team collaboration
• 401(k): With company match.
• Licensing: All licensing fees covered, including opportunities for cross-licensure when applicable.
• Professional Development: Annual stipend for tuition reimbursement, ongoing education, or CEUs.
• Clinical Supervision & Growth: Pre-licensed clinicians receive structured clinical supervision toward licensure, and all clinicians benefit from best-in-class supervision grounded in our state-of-the-art PHP/IOP curriculum.