Play/Child Mental Health Therapist
About The Position
About Ellie Mental Health Ellie Mental Health is a fast-growing, multi-clinic mental health organization focused on removing the administrative barriers that get in the way of providing exceptional client care. We prioritize clinician well-being by offering strong compensation, flexible scheduling, full administrative support, and a culture built on authenticity, creativity, compassion, and humor. At Ellie Mental Health, we also pride ourselves on maintaining a fun, supportive, clinician-centered environment where therapists feel valued and empowered to do their best work. Who We’re Looking For: Licensed & Pre-Licensed Play Therapists We are seeking a dedicated and creative Play Therapist who excels at using play therapy approaches with children ages 3–12. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of child development, trauma-informed care, and evidence-based interventions for emotional and behavioral needs. We’re looking for someone who thrives in a supportive, fun, and clinician-first environment, enjoys collaborating with families and multidisciplinary teams, and is passionate about providing high-quality, child-centered care.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in a behavioral science or related field (from an accredited institution)
- Pre-licensed: LPC-Associate, LMSW, LMFT-Associate
- Must have at least 2 years of experience and be actively pursuing licensure
- Fully licensed: LPC, LCSW, LMFT (with or without an existing caseload)
- 1–2 years of experience providing individual therapy to children ages 3–12
- Strong knowledge of play therapy techniques, approaches, and methodologies
- Ability to assess and treat children’s mental health needs using developmentally appropriate interventions
Nice To Haves
- Certified Play Therapist (CPT)
- Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT)
- Filial Therapy or Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
- Training in Music, Art, or Expressive Arts Therapy
- Bilingual abilities are a plus
Responsibilities
- Complete diagnostic assessments using the DSM-5
- Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans
- Maintain a caseload of 25+ sessions/week (for full-time clinicians)
- Provide child-centered, creative, and developmentally appropriate therapeutic interventions
- Work flexible hours—including mornings, evenings, and weekends—to meet community needs
- Collaborate with families, school staff, medical providers, and Ellie team members
- Participate in marketing and referral development activities
- Complete documentation accurately and in a timely manner
- Attend and participate in clinical meetings and trainings
- Use EHR systems and office technology proficiently
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- Competitive hourly pay + commission on self-pay and insurance reimbursement
- Paid administrative time for documentation and consultation
- Flexible scheduling
- Free CEUs & ongoing training
- A fun, supportive, clinician-centered culture that values work-life balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
