Child & Adolescent / Play Therapist

Ellie Mental Health is growing and has opened another clinician ran local clinic in Clarkston

Overview

As a Mental Health Therapist at Ellie Mental Health in Clarkston, you'll 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 manage innovative therapeutic experiences in an outpatient clinic setting of comfortable and furnished offices.

Ellie Mental Health - Clarkston offers a unique W2 Pay Model with industry leading compensation.

Clinic Description

Ellie Mental Health is a growing mental health and wellness agency serving the area through individual, family, and group therapy services, Assessments, ARMHS, CTSS, and telehealth.

The Ellie Staff prides itself on being an innovative and creative team that works collaboratively with clients and community providers to deliver the most comprehensive and personalized treatment to all clients.

Ellie Mental Health is excited to welcome a new Therapist Unicorn to our Clarkston Clinic! BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ encouraged to apply.

What’s it Like to be a Part of a Team That Prioritizes Your Work / Life Harmony :

• Let's begin by highlighting that, as a full-time W2 employee, you won't need to bear the burden of tax-related stress.
• Our hybrid work model provides a balanced mix of in-office hours and the flexibility of telehealth
• Seize the opportunity to express your creativity and shape your passions into exciting new programs and services
• Empowerment to play a pivotal role in shaping the culture and vision of an entirely new clinic
• Easing the administrative load of your private practice while enhancing your payor mix for improved compensation
• The cozy ambiance of a small practice, complemented by the perks usually associated with larger organization
• Simplified credentialing process expertly handled on your behalf
• Access to some of the best technology on the market

Responsibilities Include :

• Evaluate mental health diagnosis, create and implement a treatment plan, complete ongoing documentation including further diagnosis, treatment plan reviews, and case notes according to company policy
• Provide excellent customer service for clients and collaborate with a dynamic team to further the mission of filling the gaps in our community
• Utilize creativity in interventions to help clients achieve and exceed goals
• Prepare and submit individual documentation for each session per company guidelines and protocol
• Full-time clinicians are expected to maintain a minimum caseload of 25 hours of client visits, as well as actively engage with the community and our valued partners
• Coordinate services with case managers, families, work personnel, medical personnel, other Ellie staff, and school staff as needed
• Attend and participate in all clinical staff meetings and trainings
• Other stuff we probably forgot to add but just as meaningful and important to your role ;)

Required Qualifications and Skills :

• Candidates are required to have a master’s degree in one of the behavioral sciences or related fields from an accredited college or university
• Required to have valid state of Michigan License licensure (LMFT, LMSW, LPC, etc.)
• Clinical training in Play Therapy or Child and Adolescent Therapy; or specialized in child and adolescent therapy
• Registered Play Therapist credential or other play therapy certification is a plus!
• Be willing to see clients starting around age 5
• Required experience with completing treatment plans and clinical case notes
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to demonstrate and model stable, appropriate boundaries with clients
• Ability to complete and submit documentation of services and other documents in a timely manner per the employee handbook
• Comfort and familiarity working with a diverse client base
• Proficient in the use of Office 365 and Electronic Health Record systems (Valant experience a plus!)
• Fully Licensed Clinicians will ideally be credentialed with insurance panels

Benefits :

• Paid Time Off
• Health Benefits
• Holiday Pay
• 401(K)
• Opportunity to be creative and develop your passions into new programs and services
• Free CEUs annually
• Flexible schedule
• Awesome company culture!

Compensation : $55,000-$93,000 based on experience and caseload

Flexible work from home options available.