Child Focused Therapist for children ages 4-12

At Ellie Mental Health, we are looking for a compassionate and skilled Child/Adolescent Therapist who is committed to enhancing the mental health of young clients and their families. You’ll be a part of a team that prioritizes creating a supportive and inclusive environment, driven by our values of authenticity, humor, compassion, creativity, acceptance, and determination. We offer a blend of in-person and telehealth services, allowing our clinicians flexibility and the opportunity to create the best treatment outcomes for their clients.

Responsibilities

Provide diagnostic evaluations and develop tailored treatment plans for children, adolescents, and their families, focusing on both individual and family therapy as needed; Maintain accurate and timely documentation, including initial assessments, ongoing treatment plans, case notes, and progress reviews; Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary team members, including medication providers, psychologists, and other mental health professionals, to ensure a comprehensive approach to care; Engage with external stakeholders such as school staff, medical professionals, and case managers to coordinate holistic care for clients; Participate actively in clinical team meetings and engage in ongoing professional development and training; Offer therapeutic services that integrate play-based methods, Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), or other evidence-based approaches relevant to the developmental needs of children and adolescents; Maintain strong caregiver involvement and conduct family therapy sessions as appropriate to address family dynamics and promote effective support systems; Provide therapy services both in person at our clinic and via telehealth, ensuring flexible access to care

Requirements

Master's degree in a behavioral health field (e.g., psychology, counseling, social work) from an accredited institution; Clinical licensure as an LMFT, LMHC, LCSW, or related credential in New York State; Demonstrated experience and passion for working with children, adolescents, and families in a therapeutic setting; Comprehensive knowledge of child development and its intersection with psychopathology; Proficient in completing diagnostic assessments, treatment planning, and case documentation; Familiarity with Office 365 and electronic health record (EHR) systems

Nice to have

Experience in DC:0-5 or other child-specific diagnostic frameworks; Experience with Valant

Benefits

Health insurance; Dental insurance; Vision insurance; Free access to virtual urgent care and short-term counseling services; 401(k) with matching options; Long-term and short-term disability insurance; Life insurance; Flexible pay models with competitive compensation and industry-leading earning potential; Manageable caseload expectations with a flexible schedule; Warm and comfortable clinic environment with fully furnished offices; Opportunities for professional growth, including free clinical supervision, internal CEUs, and ongoing training; Hybrid work options