Psychology Associate for Postgraduate Psychologist

Ellie Mental Health, PLLP; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

Health insurance

Paid time off

Free CEU library

Career growth opportunities

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

Ellie Mental Health, PLLP is seeking a Post Doctoral Psychology Associate in Washington, DC. This full-time role offers flexible scheduling, paid supervision, health insurance, and a supportive team environment.

Ideal candidates will have a Doctoral Degree in Psychology, an active DC license or be license-eligible, and be committed to providing culturally responsive care. The position involves maintaining a caseload, conducting assessments, and potential leadership opportunities.

Join a collaborative team in a rewarding environment focused on clinician well-being and client-centered care.

Qualifications

• Experience with assessments, treatment planning, and clinical documentation.
• Commitment to LGBTQIA+ affirming, culturally responsive care.
• Dedication to lifelong learning and ethical practice.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a caseload of approximately 25 client sessions per week.
• Conduct diagnostic assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Coordinate services with other providers as needed.

Skills

Assessment and treatment planning

Cultural responsiveness

Bilingualism

Education

Doctoral Degree in Psychology

Active DC license or license-eligible

Job description

Post Doctoral Psychology Associate

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 Psychology Associate, which is the post‑graduate designation for a psychologist obtaining the final requirements in order to be independently licensed. 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.
• Opportunity to complete psychological assessments for interested applicants, with therapy caseload expectations adjusted accordingly.
• 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.
• Opportunities to help to develop programs, partnerships, and step into leadership roles.

Qualifications

• Doctoral Degree in Psychology.
• Active DC license, or license‑eligible, as a psychology associate 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.

Role‑Specific 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.

General Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching

Flexible work from home options available.