Outpatient Mental Health Therapist

Ellie Mental Health

. Assess, diagnose, and carry out treatment plans .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeHamden • Connecticut • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $65,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in assessing and diagnosing clients, developing treatment plans, and providing individual, couples, family, and group therapy. Proficient in maintaining timely documentation and coordinating care while delivering a positive client experience.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Master's Degree In Behavioral ScienceConnecticut Credential: LCSW, LPC, LMFT, PsyD, PhDExperience With Intake AssessmentsStrong Communication SkillsTraining In EMDR Or Play Therapy

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Hard Skills

AssessmentDiagnosisTreatment PlanningClinical DocumentationTelehealth Therapy

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationHealthy Client BoundariesTimeliness

Tools & Technologies

EHRValantTelehealth PlatformsApple Products

Certifications & Qualifications

LCSWLPCLMFTPsyDPhDLMSWLPCALMFTA

Industry Keywords

Community ResourcesInsurance BillingNeurodivergent-Affirming CareCreative Interventions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assess, diagnose, and carry out treatment plans
Build toward a full-time caseload of about 25 client sessions per week
Use creative interventions to help clients reach their goals
Coordinate care and keep documentation current in the EHR
Deliver a great client experience and help fill gaps in community care
Join staff meetings, trainings, supervision, and community outreach
Provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy in person and through telehealth
Set and control your own schedule
See clients in person, via telehealth, or both

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree or higher in a behavioral science or related field
Connecticut credential in good standing: LCSW, LPC, LMFT, PsyD, or PhD; or pre-licensed LMSW, LPCA, or LMFTA
Experience with intake assessments, treatment plans, and clinical notes
Strong communication skills and healthy client boundaries
Timely, accurate documentation
Comfort working with a diverse client base
Ability to pass a background check
Knowledge of community resources and insurance billing is a plus
Familiarity with Apple products, Valant, and telehealth platforms is a plus
Training in EMDR, neurodivergent-affirming care, play therapy, or other modalities is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Paid time off (PTO)
Paid holidays
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Bonus based on performance
Training and development
CEU reimbursement
Supervision toward licensure for pre-licensed clinicians
Consultation and training to grow caseload and skills
Flexible schedule
Flexible work from home options
In-person and telehealth options
Paid administrative time
Clinic-provided marketing, outreach, and advertising
Paid Psychology Today profile
Comfortable, furnished offices and clinic environment
Company parties
Free food and snacks
Unique pay model with industry leading compensation
Clear growth paths for advancing careers