Full-Time Outpatient Therapist Gambling and Addiction Specialties
Listed compensation
$70k-$95k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about call expectations, nights and shift pattern and time off.
Job Description
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Flexible schedule
- Free food & snacks
- Full-Time Therapist
- Gambling and Addiction Specialties
- Ellie Mental Health | Clinton Township, MI
Gambling and other addictions can affect every part of a person’s life, including their relationships, finances, and sense of self. The right therapist can help them find a path forward.
Our locally owned Ellie Mental Health clinic in Clinton Township is hiring a full-time LPC or LMSW with experience treating gambling concerns and other addictions. You’ll have room to use your clinical judgment, build strong relationships with clients, and work alongside a team that supports one another.
Why Join Ellie?
Flexible scheduling and a mix of in-person and telehealth sessions based on client needs
A comfortable, furnished office
Scheduling, billing, referral, and administrative support
Health, dental, and vision coverage; a 401(k); PTO; and paid holidays, based on eligibility
A collaborative team, regular clinical support, and opportunities for professional growth
What You’ll Do
Provide outpatient therapy for adults navigating gambling concerns, substance use, or other addictive behaviors
Conduct assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
Help clients build coping skills, address underlying concerns, and work toward lasting change
Involve families or other supports in care when appropriate
Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation
Collaborate with the Clinic Director and fellow clinicians to support quality care
What you’ll bring
A master’s degree in a behavioral health field
An active, full Michigan LPC or LMSW license
Experience treating gambling concerns and addiction
Skill in assessment, treatment planning, and evidence-informed therapy
A compassionate, nonjudgmental approach and strong communication skills
Familiarity with electronic health records; Valant experience is a plus
Full-time clinicians are expected to average at least 25 recorded client sessions per week. Some evening or weekend availability is helpful for clients who need appointments outside standard work hours.
If you’re passionate about helping people regain stability and connection, we’d love to meet you.
Apply today to join Ellie Mental Health in Clinton Township.
Learn more: elliementalhealth.com
Key Responsibilities
Provide outpatient therapy for adults dealing with gambling and substance use disorders while developing individualized treatment plans. Collaborate with the clinical team to ensure quality care and maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation.
Requirements
Requires a master's degree in a behavioral health field and an active Michigan LPC or LMSW license. Candidates must have experience in treating gambling concerns and addiction.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Addiction Medicine — Counselor Career Context
Of the 50 active Substance Use / Addiction Counselor listings this role was benchmarked against, 40% are remote, 30% have no call, 68% require no weekends — this position is remote.
The cost-of-living index for Michigan is 96.2 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$83k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $86k in an average-cost state. 61.8% of Michigan clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Ellie Mental Health - 119 ranks #7 of 18 employers hiring Counselor on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Full-Time Outpatient Therapist Gambling and Addiction Specialties at Ellie Mental Health - 119 a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Addiction Medicine counselor listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.
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