Independently Licensed Child (age 7+), Adolescent, & Family Therapist

About the role

Ellie Mental Health is a mental health practice in Charlotte, NC, offering individual, family, couples, and group therapy services. We are seeking therapists to work with children (7+), teens, and families, with some adult clients included in the caseload.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intakes/initial assessments and provide ongoing therapy to kids (7+), teens, and families as well as adults
• Maintain a caseload of a minimum of 27 client visits per week
• Maintain appropriate clinical documentation, including treatment plans
• Work with billing dept to maintain clean accounts for clients
• Cookordination services with case managers, other providers, and school staff as needed
• Provide exceptional customer service for clients
• Attend and participate in all staff meetings and mandatory trainings
• Aid in the selection and onboarding of new therapists
• Show up in our community! Engage in networking/social, outreach, and community-based events to reduce mental health stigma and promote Ellie in the Charlotte community
• Be excellent to each other! You will play a critical role in maintaining a peaceful & happy work environment

Requirements

• Candidates must be independently licensed as a LCSW, LCMHC, LMFT in the state of NC
• Clinicians with supervisory credentials are strongly encouraged to apply
• (Additional supervision pay for supervision sessions)
• Out of state candidates must be within 30 days of receiving reciprocity in NC
• Demonstrable experience in working with children (7+), teens, and families
• Experience with assessments, treatment plans, and clinical documentation
• Comfort and familiarity working with a diverse client base
• Proficiency with using EHR's
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to demonstrate adaptability and solution-oriented thinking
• Ability to work independently

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of insurance billing
• Knowledge of community resources and willingness to learn about and engage with Ellie's preferred providers
• Proficiency with Office 365
• Current or previous credentialing with insurance panels is preferable but not required
• LGBTQIA+ and/or First Responder/Veteran experience will be given priority

Skills

• Ability to demonstrate adaptability and solution-oriented thinking
• Ability to work independently
• Proficiency with using EHR's
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Basic knowledge of insurance billing
• Knowledge of community resources and willingness to learn about and engage with Ellie's preferred providers
• Proficiency with Office 365
• Current or previous credentialing with insurance panels is preferable but not required
• LGBTQIA+ and/or First Responder/Veteran experience will be given priority

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• 10 days of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 10 paid holidays
• Health, vision, & dental benefit options
• Short-term disability and life insurance options
• 401(K)/Roth IRA Options
• Licensure Reimbursement
• Free CEUs annually
• Complimentary CCTS training (20-hour CEU)
• AI option for faster, easier documentation
• Opportunity to be creative and develop your passions into new programs and services
• Flexible schedule and control over your caseload
• Awesome company culture!

Pay

$65,000.00 - $91,100.00 per year

Schedule

This position is located in greater Charlotte, NC (Southpark, Blakeney) with an expected start date of late June 2026 (partially dependent on credentialing process)

Application

We are Ellie Mental Health - Charlotte... a place where authenticity, humor, drive, and work-life balance are key to therapists thriving. Want to know more? Keep reading!