Play Therapist for Kids — Flexible Schedule & Growth

Ellie Mental Health - 099; Grapevine (TX); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Job summary

Ellie Mental Health is seeking a dedicated Play Therapist for our Grapevine, TX clinic. You will provide individual therapy to children ages 3–12, using play-based approaches and developmentally appropriate interventions.

We welcome pre-licensed and fully licensed candidates with 1–2 years of child therapy experience. The role offers flexible hours, collaborative teams, and opportunities for training and growth.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in a behavioral science or related field from an accredited institution.
• Pre-licensed: LPC-Associate, LMSW, LMFT-Associate.
• Must have at least 2 years of experience and be actively pursuing licensure.
• Fully licensed: LPC, LCSW, LMFT (with or without an existing caseload).

Responsibilities

• Complete diagnostic assessments using the DSM-5.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans.
• Maintain a caseload of 27+ sessions/week (for full‑time clinicians).
• Provide child‑centered, creative, and developmentally appropriate therapeutic interventions.
• Work flexible hours—including mornings, evenings, and weekends—to meet community needs.
• Collaborate with families, school staff, medical providers, and Ellie team members.
• Participate in marketing and referral development activities.
• Complete documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Attend and participate in clinical meetings and trainings.
• Use EHR systems and office technology proficiently.
• Bilingual abilities are a plus.

Skills

Play therapy

Child therapy

Assessment

Developmental interventions

Education

Master’s degree in behavioral science

Pre-licensed LPC-Associate/LMSW/LMFT-Associate

Fully licensed: LPC/LCSW/LMFT

Tools

EHR systems

Office technology

Job description

Ellie Mental Health is seeking a dedicated Play Therapist for our Grapevine, TX clinic. You will provide individual therapy to children ages 3–12, using play-based approaches and developmentally appropriate interventions.

We welcome pre-licensed and fully licensed candidates with 1–2 years of child therapy experience. The role offers flexible hours, collaborative teams, and opportunities for training and growth.