Licensed Associate Counselor – LAC

Ellie Mental Health

. Evaluate mental health diagnoses and create treatment plans .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeNew Jersey • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $40 - $50 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mental health diagnosis and treatment planning, providing individual and group therapy while collaborating with medical professionals. Proficient in managing diverse client needs and maintaining accurate documentation in compliance with company policies.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Master’s Degree In PsychologyClinical License (LMFT, LPC, LCSW, LAC, LAMFT, LSW)Diagnostic And Crisis Intervention SkillsElectronic Health Records FamiliarityExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Mental Health DiagnosisTreatment PlanningIndividual TherapyGroup TherapyCrisis Intervention

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsAutonomous WorkMentorship

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Health RecordsValant

Certifications & Qualifications

Clinical License (LMFT, LPC, LCSW, LAC, LAMFT, LSW)

Industry Keywords

Grief CounselingBehavioral Health InterventionsSocial WorkClinical Staff MeetingsDiverse Client Base

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Evaluate mental health diagnoses and create treatment plans
Provide individual and group therapy sessions
Collaborate with medical professionals for comprehensive care
Offer grief counseling and support to patients and families
Engage in social work and behavioral health interventions
Participate in clinical staff meetings and training
Maintain documentation per company policies
Manage a balanced caseload
Provide care in a supportive, mentorship-focused clinical environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or related field
Clinical license (LMFT, LPC, LCSW, LAC, LAMFT, LSW) or provisional licensure in New Jersey
Strong diagnostic and crisis intervention skills
Familiarity with office technology and Electronic Health Records; experience with Valant is a plus
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work autonomously and manage a diverse client base
Willingness to see adolescents and teens
Ability to work both in-person and remotely

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible schedule
Free food & snacks
Paid time off
Training & development
Generous compensation
Sick leave
Paid holidays
Supervision stipend for qualified candidates
Full medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) benefits
Paid CEU time
Structured pay for administrative tasks
Ability to set your own schedule
Comfortable, furnished offices and clinic environment
Clear growth paths for advancing careers
Reasonable caseload expectations
Industry-leading compensation