Limited Licensed Master Social Worker, LLMSW

Ellie Mental Health

. Conduct mental health intake assessments and establish diagnoses within LLMSW scope of practice .

Posted 9/24/2026full-timeClarkston • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $55,000 - $70,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in conducting mental health assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing evidence-based psychotherapy while maintaining compliance with documentation and supervision requirements. Proficient in client engagement and caseload management within the scope of clinical social work practice.

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LLMSW LicenseMaster of Social Work DegreePsychotherapyClinical DocumentationElectronic Health Records

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Hard Skills

Mental Health AssessmentDiagnosisTreatment PlanningRisk AssessmentClient EngagementDocumentation TimelinessCommunity OutreachInsurance-Based DocumentationProgress NotesCaseload Management

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsDependabilityOrganizationInitiativeProfessional Boundaries

Tools & Technologies

ValantElectronic Health RecordsOffice Technology

Certifications & Qualifications

Current Michigan LLMSW License

Industry Keywords

Outpatient ExperiencePrivate-Practice ExperienceMedical Necessity RequirementsCommunity NeedsQuality Improvement Activities

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct mental health intake assessments and establish diagnoses within LLMSW scope of practice
Develop individualized treatment plans and provide evidence-based psychotherapy
Complete progress notes, treatment plans, risk documentation, diagnostic updates, and other required records accurately and on time
Submit documentation promptly for required supervisory review and co-signature
Attend required clinical supervision, maintain supervision records, and implement feedback
Maintain consistent scheduling availability and follow up appropriately after cancellations
Respond promptly and professionally to new referrals
Support client engagement, retention, continuity of care, and appropriate discharge planning
Participate in consultation, staff meetings, training, and quality-improvement activities
Communicate professionally with clients, families, supervisors, colleagues, billing personnel, and referral partners
Participate actively in approved caseload-development and community-outreach activities
Initially provide approximately 35 scheduling hours per week to support caseload growth and accommodate cancellations
Maintain at least 25 direct client-facing hours per week as a full-time clinician
Build and maintain a caseload through consistent availability, referral follow-up, client engagement, specialty communication, and approved outreach
Provide approved practice-development activities paid at $20 per hour when authorized in advance

Requirements

What you’ll need

Current Michigan LLMSW license in good standing
Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited program
Eligibility to practice clinical social work under appropriate Michigan supervision
Commitment to maintaining required supervision and completing the steps toward full LMSW licensure
Experience with assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, psychotherapy, risk assessment, and clinical documentation
Ability to complete documentation within practice and payer timelines
Willingness to take an active role in building and maintaining a caseload
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Dependability, organization, initiative, professional boundaries, and follow-through
Ability to serve diverse clients competently while remaining within scope of practice
Proficiency with electronic health records and office technology
At least 25 direct client-facing hours per week for full-time clinicians
Approximately 35 scheduling hours per week initially to support caseload growth
Availability for at least one evening
Valant experience preferred
Outpatient or private-practice experience preferred
Experience with insurance-based documentation and medical necessity requirements preferred
Progress toward independent LMSW licensure preferred
Community outreach, professional networking, presentation, or marketing experience preferred
Clinical specialties responsive to community needs preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
401(k) eligibility for full-time employees, subject to plan requirements
Paid time off and holiday pay
Short-term disability insurance
Health coverage for eligible employees
Free annual continuing education opportunities
Flexible scheduling
Furnished office space
Administrative and billing support
Paid, preapproved practice-development and outreach opportunities
Opportunity for advancement
Training & development
Flexible work from home options available
Employee growth paths for advancing careers
Comfortable, furnished offices and clinic environment
Employer-paid payroll taxes and applicable employment protections under the W-2 model