Full Life Cycle Therapist Recruiter
NOCD Open · verified Oct 19, 2026 At a glance
Mid-level Recruiting & Talent Acquisition role at NOCD. Hybrid (Chicago, IL, US) · full-time · $70,000–$90,000 base.
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What you'll do
- Create sourcing plans that support hiring twelve or more therapists each month, and monitor progress against weekly and monthly goals
- Find therapist candidates through job boards, social channels, referrals and other routes, then keep current and future prospects engaged
- Screen applicants and guide them through interviews, providing clear updates from first contact through the hiring decision
- Work with hiring managers and clinical leaders on selection, then coordinate offers and onboarding with Training and People Operations
- Track recruiting activity in Rippling and use results to improve sourcing, hiring practices and employer-brand efforts
What you bring
- At least three years in talent acquisition or comparable work, with results sourcing and hiring strong candidates
- You communicate effectively across email, calls and texts, and can organize several recruiting priorities at once
- You can research therapist talent pools and adjust your approach to reach qualified candidates
- You’re comfortable finding and contacting candidates through social media, resume databases and professional networks
Who this fits
This role suits a proactive recruiter who enjoys building therapist pipelines and contributing to mental health care access. It is based in Chicago with a hybrid schedule requiring three on-site days each week.
From the employer
About NOCD
NOCD is the #1 telehealth provider for the treatment of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). OCD is one of the most severe, prevalent, and misunderstood mental health conditions. NOCD creates access to online therapy for people with OCD through our telehealth platform. In the NOCD app, Members can quickly access and schedule live, face-to-face video therapy sessions with our national network of licensed Therapists that specialize in Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy (ERP) - considered the "gold standard" in OCD treatment.
At NOCD, we help people reclaim their lives with clinically proven OCD treatment, by removing barriers to OCD care, and reducing the stigma associated with OCD. We’re changing the world and need other like-minded individuals to accelerate and expand our efforts.
Reports to: Senior Director of Therapist Recruitment, Alexandra Miceli
Location: Chicago- Hybrid (3X a week)
Position Overview:
As an End-to-End Recruiter for Associate and Fully Licensed Therapists at NOCD, you will play a critical role in identifying, attracting, and hiring talented therapists who share our commitment to providing exceptional mental health care. You will be responsible for the full recruitment cycle, from sourcing candidates to conducting interviews and ensuring a smooth transition to our team.
Ideal candidates will be able to source candidates through various channels, be organized in their approach to plan/schedule interviews and create new pathways to find new viable applicants. To be successful in this role, you should be data-driven with an ability to develop robust candidate pipelines, build out long-term therapist recruitment sourcing strategies, nurture trusting relationships with potential hires. Ultimately, you will create strong talent pipelines for our company’s current and future hiring needs.
Responsibilities
What You’ll Do
As a key member of our recruiting team, you’ll play a critical role in scaling access to care by helping us grow a high-quality network of therapists across the country.
Drive Hiring at Scale
- Build and execute a strategic sourcing plan to support hiring 12–15+ therapists per month
- Consistently track and deliver against weekly and monthly hiring goals
Own the Candidate Pipeline
- Proactively source top therapist talent through creative channels, job boards, social platforms, professional networks, referrals, and targeted recruiting campaigns
- Build and nurture a strong, diverse pipeline for both current and future hiring needs
- Maintain relationships with past applicants and passive candidates
Lead the Candidate Experience
- Review applications and conduct thoughtful screenings to assess skills, experience, and alignment with NOCD’s mission
- Guide candidates through a structured, high-touch interview process—from initial outreach to final decision
- Ensure clear, timely, and engaging communication at every step
Partner Cross-Functionally
- Collaborate closely with hiring managers and clinical leaders to make informed hiring decisions
- Lead offer conversations and support candidates through the decision-making process
- Partner with Training and People Operations to ensure a smooth and timely onboarding experience
Use Data to Improve Outcomes
- Track pipeline health and recruiting activity in our ATS (Rippling)
- Leverage data and insights to continuously improve sourcing strategies and hiring outcomes
- Maintain a high bar for process quality, organization, and compliance
Strengthen Our Brand
- Help bring NOCD’s mission to life through employer branding initiatives
- Represent NOCD at job fairs, events, and targeted recruiting campaigns
What Success Looks Like
- You consistently deliver against ambitious hiring goals
- You build a strong, engaged pipeline of qualified therapist candidates
- Candidates feel supported, informed, and excited throughout the process
- You use data to refine and improve how we hire
Required Qualifications
- Passion & Purpose: You care deeply about mental health and are excited to contribute to NOCD’s mission of expanding access to OCD treatment.
- Self-Starter Mindset: You’re proactive, motivated, and eager to explore new opportunities for growth and impact.
- Curiosity & Tenacity: You enjoy digging in to find the right talent, exploring different candidate markets, and staying persistent throughout the recruiting process.
- Market Insight: You can research, understand, and adapt to various therapist candidate pools, continuously refining your approach to attract top-quality professionals.
- Exceptional Communication: You know how to make a positive impression through emails, calls, texts, and other channels.
- Tech-Savvy: Comfortable using social media, resume databases, and professional networks (e.g., Greenhouse, Indeed, LinkedIn, HireEZ) to identify and engage candidates.
- Proven Experience: 3+ years in talent acquisition or a similar role, with a track record of sourcing and hiring high-quality candidates.
- Collaboration & Organization: Strong interpersonal skills, excellent time management, and the ability to coordinate multiple priorities seamlessly.
Compensation
Base Salary: $70,000 – $90,000 annually, depending on experience.
Bonus Potential: Performance-based hiring bonuses, with the opportunity to earn an additional 20% of base salary annually.