Independently Licensed Outpatient Mental Health Therapist

Ellie Mental Health - 177•Falmouth, ME

21d•Hybrid

About The Position

As an Outpatient Mental Health Therapist at Ellie Mental Health, you'll share our vision for improving and expanding access to quality mental health care and thrive in an environment driven by our core values of authenticity, humor, compassion, creativity, acceptance, and determination. You will own your client portfolio and optimally manage your hours with support from your supervisor.

Requirements

Have a master’s degree in one of the behavioral health sciences from an accredited college or university, and on track to obtain clinical licensure to practice in their designated field.
Have a Maine-issued clinical license to practice as a LCPC, LCSW, LCPC-C, LMSW-CC, LMFT, or LMFT-C.
Required experience with completing bio-psychosocial/diagnostic assessments, treatment plans and clinical progress notes.
Ability to demonstrate and model stable appropriate boundaries with clients and engage in ethical practice.
Organized and reliable, including the ability to complete and submit documentation of services and other documents in a timely manner.
Ability to manage and own client portfolio with Supervisor/Clinic Director's oversight.
Comfort and familiarity working with a diverse client base demonstrating compassion and acceptance.
Proficient in the use of Office 365 and Electronic Health Record systems.
Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a team environment that values humor and authenticity.
A passion for de-stigmatizing mental health and willingness to support efforts through community involvement.
Willingness to be completely transparent and genuine with a dab of levity and dollop of passion and enthusiasm!

Nice To Haves

Focus on work with children, adolescents, young adults, and families a plus!
Registration or certification in one of the expressive arts therapies.
Training in EMDR or Brainspotting.
LADC or substance abuse focused.
Specialized training in other innovative, creative, and/or holistic therapy approaches.

Responsibilities

Clinical documentation:
Intake paperwork for services including bio-psychosocial assessments, assessment for medical necessity, provide diagnosis, and create and implement initial treatment plans.
Complete ongoing documentation in a timely manner including annual assessments, re-assessment of diagnosis, treatment plan reviews, insurance reviews, collateral contacts, progress notes, and other documentation as appropriate according to company policy/protocol and client needs.
Provide excellent clinical services for clients through the use of creativity and innovative therapy tools to help clients achieve and exceed their goals.
Coordinate services/referrals and collaborate with families and professional supports including: work personnel, medical/med management personnel, case managers, other Ellie staff, and school staff as needed.
Collaborate with a dynamic and passionate team to further the mission of filling the gaps in our community.
Attend and participate in all clinical staff meetings, administrative meetings, individual supervision, and trainings.
Maintain an unrestricted active clinical license for practice. Maintain a caseload of a minimum/maximum of 15-20 client hours per week.
Other stuff we probably forgot to add but just as meaningful and important to your role ;)

Benefits

Competitive salary
Free food & snacks
Opportunity for advancement
Training & development
Company parties
Earned Paid Leave Accrual
Up to 8 paid hours of Volunteer time
Hybrid work schedule (on-site and remote)
Group Supervision (Tuesday 12-1pm) and Individual Supervision
Optional Quarterly Team Events
Client-Therapist Matching
Well appointed office space with Telehealth options
Opportunity to be creative and develop your passions into new programs and services
Potential to move to Full Time based on clinic needs and caseload growth