Entry Level Mental Health Therapist or Counselor

Ellie Mental Health, PLLP

Washington (District of Columbia)

Hybrid

USD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance
Flexible scheduling
Paid time off
Paid supervision
Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Ellie Mental Health, PLLP is hiring for the role of Mental Health Therapist or Counselor in Washington, DC. This position allows you to join a clinician-centered team, prioritizing well-being while delivering exceptional client care. You will manage client sessions, conduct assessments, and develop treatment plans.

The role requires a Master’s degree and an active DC license, with a commitment to culturally responsive care. Enjoy flexible scheduling, health benefits, and opportunities for growth within the company.

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in counseling, social work, or a related field.
  • Active DC license, or license-eligible, under board-approved supervision.
  • Experience with assessments, treatment planning, and clinical documentation.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain a caseload of approximately 25 client sessions per week.
  • Conduct diagnostic assessments and develop treatment plans.
  • Provide high‑quality, client‑centered care.

Skills

Collaboration
Cultural humility
Clinical documentation
Assessment and treatment planning
Bilingual abilities

Education

Master’s degree in counseling or social work
Active DC license or license-eligible

Job description

Benefits
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Training & development
  • 401(k) matching
Mental Health Therapist or Counselor (LGPC and LGSW)
About the Role

Join our clinician-centered multidisciplinary team in the Georgetown neighborhood of Washington, DC, and grow your career alongside counselors, social workers, and psychologists. At Ellie Mental Health, we prioritize clinician well-being so our team can provide exceptional care. Clinicians receive flexible scheduling, health insurance, paid time off, free CEUs, weekly case consultation groups, and regular team activities focused on wellness and connection.

We are seeking full-time DC Licensed Graduate Professional Counselors (LGPCs) and Licensed Graduate Social Workers (LGSWs) interested in gaining post‑graduate clinical experience. Paid supervision is included.

We value clinicians who enjoy collaboration, bring a sense of humor to their work, and are committed to serving clients from diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities
  • Maintain a caseload of approximately 25 client sessions per week.
  • Conduct diagnostic assessments and develop treatment plans.
  • Complete clinical documentation, including progress notes and treatment updates.
  • Provide high‑quality, client‑centered care.
  • Coordinate services with other providers as needed.
  • Attend clinical meetings, trainings, and case consultation groups.
Additional Opportunities
  • Participate in community outreach, networking events, and presentations.
  • Contribute content for social media and educational initiatives.
Qualifications
  • Master’s degree in counseling, social work, or a related field.
  • Active DC license, or license‑eligible, and able to practice under board‑approved supervision.
  • Experience with assessments, treatment planning, and clinical documentation.
  • Commitment to LGBTQIA+ affirming, culturally responsive care.
  • Dedication to lifelong learning, cultural humility, and ethical practice.
  • Bilingual clinicians are strongly encouraged to apply.
Benefits
  • Competitive hourly compensation.
  • Paid supervision and professional development.
  • Flexible scheduling.
  • Health insurance.
  • Paid time off.
  • Free CEU library and ongoing training opportunities.
  • Career growth and leadership development pathways.
  • Flexibility to work with populations and treatment approaches that match your interests, including children, adolescents, adults, couples, groups, and play therapy.
About Ellie Mental Health

Founded by clinicians in 2015, Ellie Mental Health was created to reduce administrative burdens and help therapists focus on client care. We provide centralized administrative support, competitive compensation, training, and flexibility so clinicians can thrive professionally and personally.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Independent Ellie Mental Health franchisees are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to fostering diverse and inclusive workplaces. Employment decisions are made by the independently owned and operated franchise location.

Flexible work from home options available.

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