Per Diem Clinical Therapist

Guidelight Health • Boston, MA

1d • $35 - $46 • Onsite

About The Position

Guidelight Health is hiring a per diem Clinical Therapist to provide behavioral health care through its PHP and IOP services. The therapist conducts assessments, develops treatment plans, delivers therapeutic interventions, monitors client progress, and collaborates with other healthcare professionals. The role primarily provides group therapy coverage, with occasional individual support depending on client needs and clinical presentation. Per diem therapists are expected to work at least 8 hours per month and no more than 10 hours per week. The position is onsite and reports to the Executive Director. Guidelight states it cannot provide clinical supervision for Associate Licensed Therapists in this per diem position, although its general role summary describes professional development and supervision support.

Requirements

• Master's degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or a related field.
• Valid state licensure in Massachusetts as an LICSW or LMHC.
• Experience facilitating groups and willingness to follow a structured curriculum.
• Experience in behavioral therapy and counseling.
• Experience with group therapy is required.
• Associate and independently licensed therapists may apply; the posting states that independent Colorado licensure (LPC, LCSW, or LMFT) is highly preferred, while the qualifications section requires Massachusetts licensure (LICSW or LMHC).
• If eligible based on licensure status and applicable state regulations, willingness to provide formal clinical supervision to associate-level clinicians in accordance with organizational standards and state-specific supervisory requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Relevant PHP/IOP experience.
• Independent licensure in the applicable state.
• Independent Colorado licensure as an LPC, LCSW, or LMFT is identified as highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological and biopsychosocial assessments and evaluations to determine client needs.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on assessment findings.
• Provide evidence-based individual, group, and family therapy.
• Monitor and document client progress and adjust treatment plans to support cohesive case conceptualization.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists, social workers, medical doctors, and other healthcare professionals to support comprehensive, continuous care.
• Complete suicide risk assessments within required time frames, with appropriate thoroughness and scoring, consulting clinical leaders as needed.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case reviews to determine length of stay and level of care.
• Assess and identify community resources for clients during treatment and aftercare planning.
• Follow standardized group curriculum and treatment planning.
• Educate clients and families about mental health and behavioral issues and build supportive, trusting relationships.
• Come prepared to weekly clinical supervision with relevant client updates, case formulations, and questions.
• Follow confidentiality and ethical guidelines established by professional standards and laws.
• Stay current on research and developments in behavioral therapy and mental health.
• Identify with Guidelight Health’s mission, vision, and values.
• Provide coverage for group therapy and, when needed based on client needs and clinical presentation, individual support.
• If eligible based on licensure status and applicable regulations, provide formal clinical supervision to associate-level clinicians as part of Guidelight’s supervision program.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, HealthJoy unlimited therapy, a UHC wellness program, HSA/FSA options, and pet insurance for teammates working 32 or more hours per week.
• Responsible PTO for full-time and part-time employees, described as being in lieu of a traditional accrual-based policy; the posting says this is for teammates working 32 or more hours per week.
• 401(k) with company match for teammates working 32 or more hours per week.
• Licensing fees covered, including opportunities for cross-licensure when applicable.
• Annual stipend for tuition reimbursement, ongoing education, or CEUs.
• Structured clinical supervision toward licensure for pre-licensed clinicians and supervision for all clinicians, grounded in the company’s PHP/IOP curriculum.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level