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Pre Licensed Mental Health Therapist

Ellie Mental Health
Birmingham, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 13 Jan 2026
💰 $70,000/yr($20,000/yr$70,000/yr)

About the role

Benefits:
  • Competitive salary
  • Flexible schedule
  • Free food & snacks
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
Associate Licensed Mental Health Therapist – Join Our Team at Ellie Mental Health!

Location: Hoover, AL
Job Type: Part-Time or Full-Time

At Ellie Mental Health, we are redefining the mental health care experience. As a therapist with us, you’ll be part of a supportive, dynamic team that values your expertise and work-life balance. We’re on a mission to make mental health care more accessible, and we’re looking for passionate therapists to join our team and help us continue to break down barriers.

Why Ellie?
We are committed to destigmatizing mental health and making therapy more accessible. Our approach prioritizes reducing administrative burdens so that you can focus on what matters most—helping clients thrive. Ellie was founded on values of authenticity, humor, compassion, creativity, acceptance, and determination, and we are looking for therapists who share these values.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive Pay: Hourly rate plus commission
  • Schedule Autonomy: Enjoy the flexibility to manage your own schedule to create a healthy work-life balance
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Health insurance, PTO, holiday pay, 401k plan
  • Professional Development: Access to CEUs, licensure renewal support, and a Training Library
  • Paid Admin/Documentation Time so you can focus more on your clients
  • Casual, Relaxed Environment: Casual attire, fully stocked clinician lounge, and a welcoming atmosphere
Your Responsibilities:

  • Provide Outstanding Care: Assess mental health diagnoses, create treatment plans, and use creative interventions to support clients.
  • Maintain a Caseload: Manage approximately 15 clients per week, providing consistent, quality care.
  • Complete Clinical Documentation: Submit session notes, treatment plans, and case reviews promptly and accurately.
  • Collaborate with a Team: Work closely with clients, families, and other professionals to ensure client success.
  • Contribute to Our Mission: Participate in team meetings, training, and collaborate with Ellie staff to break down mental health barriers.
Who We’re Looking For:

  • A Pre Licensed Mental Health Professional (ALC, LMSW, LMFTA) OR someone close to obtaining full licensure.
  • Experience with therapy services, community resources, and mental health documentation.
  • Ability to complete DAs, treatment plans, and clinical case notes efficiently.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Office 365 and Electronic Health Record systems (Valant experience is a plus).
  • Clinicians who are credentialed with insurance panels are preferred but not required.
Why You’ll Love Working Here:
At Ellie, we know that happy therapists provide the best care. We are committed to creating a work environment that supports your personal and professional growth, with flexible hours and the autonomy to manage your schedule. Ellie’s welcoming atmosphere, supportive team, and focus on work-life balance make it the ideal place to build your career while making a meaningful difference in clients' lives.

Ready to take the next step in your career with Ellie? Apply today to join our team and help us transform the mental health experience! Compensation: $20,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year


Seeking creative & collaborative humans with a passion for changing mental health care in fun and meaningful ways.

Don’t meet EVERY requirement?

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Ellie Mental Health is devoted to purposefully building an inclusive and diverse workplace where all of our humans can be their authentic selves! (Authenticity is one of our core values, after all…) If you’re excited about the chance to be a change-maker with us, but your past experience doesn’t perfectly align with every single qualification of the job description, we

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