Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC)

Ellie Mental Health-Cranford, NJ; Port Reading (NJ); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive hourly session rates

Paid CEU time and structured pay for administrative tasks

Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k))

Supportive environment focused on therapist well-being

Job summary

Ellie Mental Health-Cranford, NJ is looking for licensed and provisionally licensed therapists to join their team. The role includes evaluating mental health, providing therapy sessions, and collaborating with professionals for comprehensive care.

Ideal candidates will have a Master's degree, a clinical license or provisional licensure, and strong communication skills. This position offers a competitive compensation of $60,000 to $80,000 per year, flexible scheduling, and a supportive environment focused on therapist well-being.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Possession of a clinical license in New Jersey.
• Experience in diagnostic and crisis intervention.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate mental health diagnoses and create treatment plans.
• Provide individual and group therapy sessions.
• Collaborate with medical professionals for comprehensive care.

Skills

Strong diagnostic and crisis intervention skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work autonomously and manage a diverse client base

Education

Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or related field

Clinical license (LMFT, LPC, LCSW, LAC, LAMFT, LSW) or provisional licensure in New Jersey

Tools

Electronic Health Records (exp with Valant a plus)

Job description

Position Summary

We are seeking licensed and provisionally licensed therapists to join our team. Ideal candidates will manage a balanced caseload and be open to seeing adolescents and teens with full clinical support and mentorship. This position offers flexibility to work both in-person and remotely.

Primary Responsibilities

• Evaluate mental health diagnoses and create treatment plans
• Provide individual and group therapy sessions
• Collaborate with medical professionals for comprehensive care
• Offer grief counseling and support to patients and families
• Engage in social work and behavioral health interventions
• Participate in clinical staff meetings and training
• Maintain documentation per company policies

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or related field
• Clinical license (LMFT, LPC, LCSW, LAC, LAMFT, LSW) or provisional licensure in New Jersey
• Strong diagnostic and crisis intervention skills
• Familiarity with office technology and Electronic Health Records (exp with Valant a plus)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a diverse client base

Benefits

• Competitive hourly session rates
• Paid CEU time and structured pay for administrative tasks
• Flexible scheduling and ability to set your own schedule
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, 401(k))
• Supportive environment focused on therapist well‑being

Flexible work from home options available.

Compensation: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year.

Ellie Mental Health provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or veteran status, in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.