Pre-Licensed Couples & Family Therapist

Ellie Mental Health

. Assess various mental health diagnoses .

Posted 10/9/2026full-timeWest Hartford • Connecticut • United StatesJunior💰 $50,000 - $70,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in assessing mental health diagnoses and creating treatment plans for couples and families in an outpatient setting. Proficient in maintaining documentation, coordinating services, and adhering to HIPAA regulations while effectively communicating with a diverse client base.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Master’s Degree In Behavioral SciencesPre-Licensed (LMSW, LPC-A, LMFT-A)Experience With Diagnostic AssessmentsElectronic Health Record Systems ProficiencyEffective Written And Verbal Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Mental Health Diagnosis AssessmentTreatment Plan CreationProgress Note CompletionTherapy Services ProvisionInsurance Billing Knowledge

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationBoundary SettingCultural Competence

Tools & Technologies

Electronic Health Record SystemsOffice Technology

Certifications & Qualifications

Pre-Licensed (LMSW, LPC-A, LMFT-A)

Industry Keywords

HIPAA ComplianceOutpatient TherapyCase ConsultationsCommunity ResourcesMental Health Documentation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assess various mental health diagnoses
Create treatment plans
Complete daily documentation
Participate in regular case consultations and clinical staff meetings
Coordinate services with outside providers and internal Ellie providers
Complete all HIPAA training requirements
Provide therapy services to couples and families in an outpatient setting
Work in-person or through a hybrid arrangement
Build a caseload while receiving support with credentialing, billing, and finding clients

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master’s degree in one of the behavioral sciences
Minimum of 1–3 years of post-graduate experience working with couples and families in an outpatient setting
Pre-Licensed (LMSW, LPC-A, LMFT-A)
Experience completing diagnostic assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Ability to demonstrate and model stable, appropriate boundaries with clients
Comfort and familiarity working with a diverse client base
Proficiency with typical office technology and Electronic Health Record systems
Knowledge of therapy services, community resources, insurance billing, and mental health documentation preferred
Alignment with Ellie’s core values of acceptance, authenticity, compassion, creativity, determination, and humor

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Paid time off (PTO)
Paid holidays
401(k)
STD, LTD, and PFMLA
Bonus based on performance
Flexible schedule
Flexible work from home options
Free CEU library
CEU and training reimbursement
License renewal reimbursement
W-2 employment
Supportive supervision and team environment
Autonomy of a private practice setting
Comfortable, furnished offices and clinic environment
Unique pay model with industry-leading compensation
Clear growth paths for advancing careers
Reasonable caseload expectations
Base salary plus commission
Access to credentialing, billing, and client-finding support