Independently Licensed Outpatient Mental Health Therapist

Independently Licensed Outpatient Mental Health Therapist

Ellie Mental Health invites qualified professionals to join our team in Falmouth, Maine. This role offers a flexible schedule, potential for advancement, and the opportunity to work in a supportive, innovative environment that values authenticity, humor, and compassion.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Bonus based on performance

• Annual Performance Based Raises
• Paid vacation and holidays, including your birthday and Volunteer Hours
• 401K Plan with Generous Employer Match
• Healthcare Benefits (Medical/Dental/Vision)
• Paid time for required annual CEU training with access to Ellie’s CEU library
• Annual funds towards licensure certification/recertification or CEUs.
• Client-Therapist Matching
• Well appointed office space with Telehealth options
• Opportunity to be creative and develop your passions into new programs and services

As an Outpatient Therapist at Ellie Mental Health, you will share our vision for improving and expanding access to quality mental health care and thrive in an environment driven by our core values of authenticity, humor, compassion, creativity, acceptance, and determination. You will own your client portfolio and optimally manage your hours with support from your supervisor.

• Clinical documentation:
  • Intake paperwork for services including bio‑psychosocial assessments, assessment for medical necessity, provide/clarify diagnosis, and create and implement initial treatment plans.
  • Complete ongoing documentation in a timely manner including annual assessments, re‑assessment of diagnosis, treatment plan reviews, insurance reviews, collateral contacts, progress notes, and other documentation as appropriate according to company policy/protocol and client needs.
• Provide excellent clinical services for clients through the use of creativity and innovative therapy tools to help clients achieve and exceed their goals.
• Coordinate services/referrals and collaborate with families and professional supports including work personnel, medical/med management personnel, case managers, other Ellie staff, and school staff as needed.
• Collaborate with a dynamic and passionate team to further the mission of filling the gaps in our community.
• Attend and participate in all clinical staff meetings, administrative meetings, individual supervision, and trainings.
• Maintain an unrestricted active clinical license for practice; maintain a caseload of a minimum of 25 client visits per week to be considered full‑time status and receive benefits. The schedule is flexible and based on your availability!
• Other essential responsibilities that may be added as the role evolves.

• Have a master’s degree in one of the behavioral health sciences from an accredited college or university, and be on track to obtain clinical licensure to practice in your designated field.
• Have a Maine‑issued clinical license to practice as an LCPC, LCSW, LMFT, LCPC‑C, LMSW‑CC, or LMFT‑C.
• Required experience with completing bio‑psychosocial/diagnostic assessments, treatment plans and clinical progress notes.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate and model stable appropriate boundaries with clients and engage in ethical practice.
• Organized and reliable, including the ability to complete and submit documentation of services and other documents in a timely manner.
• Ability to manage and own client portfolio with Supervisor/Clinic Director’s oversight.
• Comfort and familiarity working with a diverse client base demonstrating compassion and acceptance.
• Proficient in the use of Office 365 and Electronic Health Record systems (Valant experience a plus).
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a team environment that values humor and authenticity.
• A passion for de‑stigmatizing mental health and willingness to support efforts through community involvement.
• Willingness to be completely transparent and genuine with a dab of levity and dollop of passion and enthusiasm.

• Focus on work with children, adolescents, young adults, and families is a plus.
• Ability to work with Substance Abuse, Eating Disorders, or Personality Disorders.
• Ability to work some evenings and/or weekends.
• Registration or certification in one of the expressive arts therapies.
• Training in EMDR or Brain spotting.
• Specialized training in other innovative, creative, and/or holistic therapy approaches.

Salary range listed is a combination of a base pay and commission. Position located in Falmouth, ME
. Flexible work from home options available.

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level |
Employment type: Full‑time |
Job function: Health Care Provider |
Industries: Mental Health Care