Outpatient Mental Health Therapist Norwalk
About The Position
Ellie Mental Health is hiring a full-time outpatient mental health therapist in Norwalk, Connecticut. This hybrid role allows clinicians to set their own schedule and provide therapy in person, through telehealth, or both. Licensed and pre-licensed clinicians are welcome. The therapist will build toward a full-time caseload of about 25 client sessions per week, with support from the team. The role offers a stated annual compensation range of $65,000–$90,000, consisting of a base hourly rate plus commission, with paid administrative time. Pay depends on licensure and experience. Ellie describes the position as offering the flexibility of contract work with the stability of a W-2 position. The company provides caseload-building support, consultation, training, and supervision toward licensure for pre-licensed clinicians. Ellie provides individual, couples, family, and group therapy in person and via telehealth. Its stated values include autonomy, flexibility, creativity, authenticity, humor, compassion, respect for diversity, acceptance, and determination. The organization welcomes therapists from all backgrounds and identities and especially encourages BIPOC and LGBTQ+ clinicians to apply.
Requirements
- Master's degree or higher in a behavioral science or related field.
- A Connecticut credential in good standing: licensed clinicians must hold an LCSW, LPC, LMFT, PsyD, or PhD credential; pre-licensed clinicians must hold an LMSW, LPCA, or LMFTA credential.
- Experience with intake assessments, treatment plans, and clinical notes.
- Strong communication skills and healthy client boundaries.
- Ability to complete 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 clients, make diagnoses, and carry out treatment plans.
- Build toward a full-time caseload of about 25 client sessions per week, with support from the team.
- Use creative interventions to help clients reach their goals.
- Coordinate care and keep documentation current in the electronic health record.
- Deliver a positive client experience and help fill gaps in community care.
- Participate in staff meetings, trainings, supervision, and community outreach.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Training and development
- Vision insurance
- Wellness resources
- 401(k)
- Performance-based bonus
- Company parties
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Free food and snacks
- Paid holidays
- 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 grow caseload and clinical skills
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
