Outpatient Mental Health Therapist

Ellie Mental Health

. Assess, diagnose, and carry out treatment plans .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeGlastonbury • 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 delivering individual, couples, family, and group therapy. Proficient in maintaining accurate documentation and coordinating care while fostering a strong client experience.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Master's Degree In Behavioral ScienceConnecticut Credential LCSW, LPC, LMFT, PsyD, PhDExperience With Intake AssessmentsStrong Communication SkillsFamiliarity With Telehealth Platforms

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Hard Skills

AssessmentDiagnosisTreatment PlanningClinical DocumentationTherapy DeliveryIntake AssessmentsInsurance BillingEMDR TrainingPlay TherapyNeurodivergent-Affirming Care

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationHealthy Client BoundariesSense Of Humor

Tools & Technologies

EHRValantApple ProductsTelehealth Platforms

Certifications & Qualifications

LCSWLPCLMFTPsyDPhDLMSWLPCALMFTA

Industry Keywords

Community ResourcesDiverse Client BaseClient ExperienceCaseload ManagementCreative Interventions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assess, diagnose, and carry out treatment plans
Build toward a full-time caseload of approximately 25 client sessions per week
Use creative interventions to help clients reach their goals
Coordinate care and maintain current documentation in the EHR
Deliver a strong client experience and help fill gaps in community care
Participate in staff meetings, trainings, supervision, and community outreach
Provide individual, couples, family, and group therapy in person and through telehealth
Set and control the work schedule and choose in-person, telehealth, or combined sessions
Build a caseload tailored through Ellie Match

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 for licensed clinicians; LMSW, LPCA, or LMFTA for pre-licensed clinicians
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
A sense of humor is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Paid time off (PTO)
Paid holidays
Training and development
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Bonus based on performance
Company parties
Competitive salary
Flexible schedule
Free food and snacks
Paid administrative time
Flexible contract-work arrangement with W-2 stability
In-person and telehealth options
Ellie Match caseload-building tool
Clinic-provided marketing, outreach, and advertising
Paid Psychology Today profile
Consultation and training for caseload growth and skills development
Supervision toward licensure for pre-licensed clinicians
CEU reimbursement
Meaningful team-based work
Flexible work from home options
Clear growth paths for career advancement
Comfortable, furnished offices and clinic environment