Independently Licensed Mental Health Therapist

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Free food & snacks

Health insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Training & development

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Outpatient Therapist (Independent License)

WE NOW HAVE 2 LOCATIONS – COEUR D’ALENE & POST FALLS, IDAHO (This position may be based at either location and will be determined collaboratively with you and based on clinic needs.)

Clinic Description

As an Independently Licensed Therapist at Ellie Mental Health, you’ll share our vision for improving access to quality mental health care while working in a culture grounded in authenticity, humor, compassion, creativity, acceptance, and determination. Ellie was founded on the principle of destigmatizing mental health and breaking down barriers that often prevent people from receiving care.

Who is Ellie North Idaho?

Ellie Mental Health of North Idaho is a group of like-minded providers committed to exceptional client care. We are part of a multi-clinic organization based in Minnesota, with independently owned locations all over the United States, that are structured to remove many daily obstacles that interfere with providing great therapy. The clinician experience is our priority. We support therapists with competitive compensation, benefits, training, free CEUs, therapist-controlled scheduling, and robust administrative support. Our centralized team handles referrals, scheduling, billing, insurance credentialing, technology, and client matching so clinicians can focus on therapy. Happy therapists provide better care—and that’s our goal.

Who We’re Looking For

We are seeking experienced clinicians who have earned their independent license and seek to work in a collaborative environment. The ideal candidate is passionate about providing therapy services, aligns with our core values, and is driven to collaborate and share and seek knowledge.

Responsibilities

Complete diagnostic assessments, diagnoses, treatment planning, and ongoing clinical documentation (annual updates, treatment reviews, progress notes)

Maintain a minimum caseload of 30 scheduled sessions and 25 completed client visits weekly. If you schedule more and execure more then you earn more.

Serve as primary point of contact for clients

Collaborate with team members to improve access to care in our community

Use creative interventions to support client goals

Coordinate care with families, schools, medical providers, and other professionals as needed

Attend staff meetings, trainings, and team activities

Required Qualifications

Active Idaho independent license (LMFT, LCPC, or LCSW)

Minimum 3+ years post-licensure clinical experience

Strong communication, professionalism, and leadership presence

Comfortable with technology and EHR systems (Valant experience preferred)

Experience managing documentation and client financial conversations

Ability to pass a background check

Preferred

Credentialed with major insurance panels and/or bringing an established caseload

Experience working across diverse populations and age groups

Dual licensure in Idaho and Washington preferred

Natural collaborator aligned with Ellie’s core values

Compensation & Benefits

Competitive Hybrid Pay Model offering stability + high earning potential

Tier 3: 30% commission + $20/session base (estimated $90K–$100K annually depending on caseload)

Tier 4 compensation for leadership roles

PTO starting at 10 days, with growth based on tenure and performance

5 self-selected paid holidays

Flexible scheduling with Flex Time Off

Paid administrative time per completed session

Professional development, leadership opportunities, and free CEUs

Paid annual license renewal (Idaho & Washington)

Wellness reimbursement up to $25/month

401(k) plus health, dental, and vision insurance

Beautiful office spaces, telehealth flexibility, provided technology

Ellie swag

Additional Details

Position located in Coeur d’Alene or Post Falls, Idaho

Reports to Clinical Director Julie Krapfl, LMFT

Learn more:

Hybrid/work-from-home options available