Outpatient Mental Health Therapist Norwalk
About The Position
Ellie Mental Health is hiring a full-time, hybrid Outpatient Mental Health Therapist in Norwalk, Connecticut. The role is open to licensed and pre-licensed clinicians and offers the flexibility to set a schedule and provide therapy in person, through telehealth, or both. Therapists provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy, with support to build a caseload tailored to their interests and availability. The target caseload is about 25 client sessions per week. Compensation is $65,000–$90,000 per year, consisting of a base hourly rate plus commission, with paid administrative time; pay depends on licensure and experience. The therapist assesses and diagnoses clients, develops and carries out treatment plans, uses creative interventions, coordinates care, and keeps documentation current in the electronic health record. The role also includes participation in meetings, training, supervision, and community outreach. Ellie describes its culture as emphasizing autonomy, flexibility, creativity, authenticity, humor, compassion, respect for diversity, acceptance, and determination. It encourages clinicians from all backgrounds and identities to apply, particularly BIPOC and LGBTQ+ clinicians.
Requirements
- Master's degree or higher in a behavioral science or related field.
- A Connecticut credential in good standing: LCSW, LPC, LMFT, PsyD, or PhD for licensed clinicians; LMSW, LPCA, or LMFTA for pre-licensed clinicians.
- Experience with intake assessments, treatment plans, and clinical notes.
- Strong communication skills and healthy client boundaries.
- Timely and accurate documentation.
- Comfort working with a diverse client base.
- Ability to pass a background check.
Nice To Haves
- Training in EMDR, neurodivergent-affirming care, play therapy, or other modalities.
- Knowledge of community resources and insurance billing.
- Familiarity with Apple products, Valant, and telehealth platforms.
- A sense of humor.
Responsibilities
- Assess and diagnose clients and carry out treatment plans.
- Build toward a full-time caseload of about 25 client sessions per week, with team support.
- Use creative interventions to help clients reach their goals.
- Coordinate care and maintain current documentation in the EHR.
- Provide a positive client experience and help address gaps in community care.
- Participate in staff meetings, trainings, supervision, and community outreach.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Paid holidays
- Training and development
- Vision insurance
- Dental insurance
- Wellness resources
- 401(k)
- Performance-based bonus
- Company parties
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Free food and snacks
- CEU reimbursement
- Supervision toward licensure for pre-licensed clinicians
- Paid administrative time
- Clinic-provided marketing, outreach, and advertising, including a paid Psychology Today profile
- Consultation and training to develop caseload and skills
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
