Compass Associates were directly approached by a fast-growing eating disorder provider to discuss a requirement for a new Director of Outpatient Services for the group, owing to growth plans, and the need to open new sites following recent investment from a growth equity investor venture group.

As the client were an ambitious, young, fast-growing company, the successful candidate needed to have an entrepreneurial mindset to support their growth plans but to also understand the PMI / private client group and experience within the eating disorder sector space. Their responsibilities included being accountable for the commercial and operational performance of the services in which they provide as well as leading the senior leadership team.

The plan was for the Director of Outpatient Services to take the clients existing service through to its next growth phrase whilst ensuring their clients and the team remain the heart of their services. They wanted someone who had a proven track record within a growing organisation where they were responsible for client care alongside

business responsibilities. They would also need to be able to have the ability to engage and build mutually beneficial relationships with medical professionals, consultants, GP’s and Health Boards partnering with them to provide growth opportunities for all.

Compass Associates’ behavioral health team delivered:

  • 7 resumes sent
  • 4 first stage interviews
  • 3 second stage interviews
  • 1 first-time offer accepted

Testimonial:

After going through a difficult redundancy, I looked in desperation for an agent who would be able to steer me to my next ideal position. Jon came highly recommended and didn’t let me down. His communication and accessibility were second to none, keeping myself and would be employers always updated.

His knowledge of the behavioral health market and the roles within it is truly outstanding. Jon is exceptionally well connected in the industry with a variety of employers and in my case, he didn’t mess about putting me forward for roles that I felt comfortable with.

I have come across many agents that just want a quick turnaround, but it was important to me, having spent 9 years with my previous employer, that the next role was right.

Jon took his time and sourced many roles that suited my profile and my own ethos of working and I never felt rushed or pressured in applying. Jon made what was a difficult time in my career so much better and hopeful. I have now secured a new position through Jon and working with him has given me the confidence to look at the market differently.

I will be forever grateful Jon thank you.

Director of Outpatient Services | Eating Disorder Provider

Jon Burke
Director of Behavioral Health (US)