OCD Specialist

Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) Coordinator & Clinical Specialist (LMHC / LICSW)

Specialties: Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) & Postpartum Depression / Perinatal Mental HealthOrganization: Comprehensive Health Services (CHS)Job Type: Part-time Clinical Leadership

Locations: Chelmsford, MA | Lowell, MA | Needham, MA (Multi-Site)

Job Overview

Comprehensive Health Services (CHS) is seeking an experienced, dynamic Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) or Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) to lead and coordinate our specialized Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP). This clinical leadership role focuses on designing, developing, and running a structured IOP dedicated to Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Postpartum Depression / Perinatal Mental Health across our three outpatient clinic locations in Massachusetts.

This role is ideal for a clinician skilled in evidence-based modalities—specifically Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)—who is passionate about improving access to specialized care, providing clinical mentorship to developing therapists, and building high-impact clinical programming.

Practice Location

Address

Stoney Brook Counseling Center

2 Courthouse Ln, Unit 3, Chelmsford, MA 01824

Center for Family Development

21 George Street, Unit 300, Lowell, MA 01852

Charles River Counseling Center

687 Highland Ave, Needham, MA 02494

Key ResponsibilitiesIOP Leadership & Clinical Program Oversight

• Design, implement, and direct an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) delivering structured individual, group, and psychoeducational sessions tailored for clients navigating severe OCD and postpartum/perinatal mental health conditions.
• Facilitate evidence-based group therapy protocols, including Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and CBT skills groups.
• Conduct comprehensive diagnostic evaluations, biopsychosocial assessments, and clinical intake reviews to ensure appropriate level-of-care placement.
• Collaborate with psychiatric prescribers, case managers, and outpatient providers to maintain a seamless continuum of care.

Clinical Mentorship & Internship Supervision

• Provide clinical supervision and mentorship to master's level therapists, pre-licensed clinicians, and graduate interns.
• Train and guide clinical staff and interns on standardized assessment administration (e.g., Yale-Brown Obsessive Compulsive Scale - Y-BOCS) and perinatal health screeners.
• Oversee intern co-facilitation in IOP group settings to build institutional expertise in ERP and perinatal clinical modalities.

Multi-Clinic Coordination

• Coordinate program scheduling, referral triage, and waitlist management across CHS’s Chelmsford, Lowell, and Needham clinics.
• Maintain compliance with Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) clinic regulations, MassHealth standards, and CARF quality assurance frameworks.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Licensure: Active, unencumbered Massachusetts license as an LMHC or LICSW (Required).
• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of post-licensure clinical experience preferred to satisfy intern in-person supervision requirements.
• Specialized Clinical Skills:
• Demonstrated expertise in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and CBT for OCD and anxiety spectrum disorders.
• Training or strong clinical background in Postpartum / Perinatal Mental Health and women’s health transitions is a must.
• Prior experience in group therapy facilitation and/or Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) coordination.
• Education: Master’s degree in Social Work, or a related field from an accredited university.
• Leadership Traits: Strong organizational capabilities, program planning skills, and a commitment to clinical mentorship and ethical patient care.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation: Generous salary or hourly leadership rate options with possibility of reimbursement percentages
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health, dental, vision, paid time off (PTO), sick time, and retirement benefits.
• Collaborative Environment: Work alongside a dedicated multidisciplinary team of experienced therapists, clinical leaders, and psychiatric providers.
• Administrative & Billing Support: Fully integrated EHR (AthenaHealth) with centralized intake and billing teams so you can focus on clinical excellence.

How to Apply

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your clinical background in OCD (ERP) and Perinatal/Postpartum mental health, along with your leadership experience, directly through Indeed or via email to:

Director of OperationsComprehensive Health Services (CHS)Email: david.hamparian@chs-pc.comWebsite: CHSTherapy.net

Pay: From $80.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 per week

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80