FT Outpatient Mental Health Therapist at Private Practice

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Signing bonus
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Company parties

Are you looking for a place where therapists' happiness is prioritized? Ellie Mental Health with locations in Basking Ridge, Morristown, Parsippany and Florham Park (opening in January 2027) is seeking passionate, caring therapists to fill full-time positions.  

What We Offer:

• Sign-On bonus: $3,000 - $5,000 
• Competitive compensation with incentive bonus and growth potential 
• Starting salary: $65K/Year for pre-licensed; $80K/Year for fully licensed therapists
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance 
• Paid 8 holidays + 10-15 days/Year PTO
• 401K package 
• Free on-site supervision for LSW, LAC, LAMFT to achieve full licensure
• Receive in-network status with most major insurance companies
• Supportive work environment 
• Free CEUs
• Growth and learning opportunities
• Newly renovated offices

Clinic Description:
Ellie Mental Health is a national franchise founded in 2015 by two social workers in Minneapolis.  It quickly grew to multiple locations and attracted the attention of many who are passionate about mental health.  Today there are over 250 locally owned and operated franchises across the country.  Our clinic in Morristown is the first Ellie to open in the state of New Jersey!

We strive to be a supportive and inclusive employer, creating a positive work environment for our clinicians. We prioritize employee well-being by offering flexible schedules, encouraging a healthy work-life balance, and providing comprehensive benefits. We value professional growth by offering ongoing training, supervision, and opportunities for career advancement.  Additionally, we promote autonomy and support creativity, encouraging therapists to tailor their services to meet the unique needs of their patients. This commitment to fostering a healthy, balanced, and empowering workplace makes Ellie Mental Health a standout employer in the mental health field.

Responsibilities include:

• Evaluate mental health diagnosis, create, and implement a treatment plan, complete ongoing documentation including further diagnosis, treatment plan reviews, and case notes according to company policy 
• Provide excellent customer service for clients and collaborate with a dynamic team to further the mission of filling gaps in our community 
• Utilize creativity in interventions to help clients achieve and exceed goals 
• Prepare and submit individual documentation for each session per company guidelines and protocol 
• Full-Time clinicians must maintain a caseload of a minimum of 25 client visits per week 
• Coordinate services with case managers, families, work personnel, medical personnel, other Ellie staff, and school staff as needed 
• Attend and participate in all clinical staff meetings and trainings 
• Other stuff we probably forgot to add but just as meaningful and important to your role ;) 

Required Qualifications and Skills: 

• Candidates must have received a master’s degree in one of the behavioral sciences or related fields from an accredited college or university 
• Candidates must have required licensure (LSW, LAC, AMFT, LCSW, LPC, LAMFT) in the state of New Jersey
• Required experience with completing DAs, treatment plans and clinical case notes 
• Have 16 hours of weekly evening and/or weekend availability during the first few weeks when building up caseload 
• Effective written and verbal communication skills 
• Ability to demonstrate and model stable, appropriate boundaries with clients 
• Ability to complete and submit documentation of services and other documents in a timely manner 
• Comfort and familiarity working with a diverse client base 
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications and Electronic Health Record systems
• Experience with littles aged <7, play therapy and family systems a plus!

Flexible work from home options available.