Job ID: 902793
Job TitleBehavioral Health Therapist - Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), Days
LocationHolyoke, MA | Outpatient Behavioral Health (IOP/PHP)
Schedule / Job TypeContract (13 Weeks) | Days, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM | Onsite | Split between two outpatient locations | Expected 40 hours/week | Weekend coverage every other weekend or as needed | No call requirements
Key Responsibilities- Facilitate group therapy sessions across four scheduled groups daily, five days per week, utilizing modalities such as CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Process Groups
- Conduct psychosocial assessments, treatment planning, and discharge planning for adult patients in an IOP/PHP setting
- Provide individual therapy sessions as needed for an adult patient population presenting with diagnoses including depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation
- Complete clinical documentation in Cerner following each group session
- Participate in weekly supervision with the Clinical Manager and attend one weekly training session at 3:00 PM
- Maintain a patient ratio of up to 1:10 across PHP and IOP programs
Required Qualifications- Active licensure in Massachusetts as an LCSW, LICSW, or LMHC
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in psychotherapy or a related behavioral health clinical role
- BLS certification required prior to start
- HWC (Handle With Care) certification required prior to start (available on site)
- Candidates must reside at least 60 miles from the facility to be eligible for travel placement
- Must be available to attend a scheduled orientation date - alternate start dates cannot be accommodated
Preferred Experience / Skills- Experience with CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing in a group therapy setting
- Familiarity with Cerner electronic health records
- Background working with adult populations presenting with mood disorders, anxiety, or suicidal ideation
- Professional demeanor with the ability to adapt to a dynamic, multi-site outpatient environment
Why Join Us- Opportunity to work within a structured, clinically supported outpatient behavioral health program with regular supervision and professional development built into the schedule
- Gain experience across multiple outpatient settings while working with a collaborative clinical team in a meaningful behavioral health role