Benefits:
Regular Team Meetings
Paid Administrative Time
Technology & Equipment Provided
Career Advancement Opportunities
Telehealth Opportunities
CEU Support
Free CEU Library
Competitive Compensation
Clinical Supervision
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Health insurance
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
401(k)
Opportunity for advancement
Play Therapist (LPC, LCSW, LMFT)
Ellie Mental Health | Tulsa, OK
Make a Difference Through Play
Children often communicate through play long before they have the words to describe what they're feeling. We're looking for a compassionate, creative therapist who enjoys working with children and families and wants to make therapy engaging, developmentally appropriate, and effective.
At Ellie Mental Health, you'll have the freedom to bring your clinical style to your work while being supported by a collaborative team that values flexibility, professional growth, and clinician well-being.
The Role
As a Play Therapist, you'll primarily work with children, adolescents, and families using play-based and other creative, age-appropriate therapeutic approaches. You'll help young clients build emotional regulation, coping skills, confidence, communication skills, and healthier relationships.
Responsibilities include:
Conducting assessments and establishing individualized treatment goals
Providing individual and family therapy
Incorporating play and creative interventions into treatment
Supporting parents and caregivers with strategies to reinforce progress at home
Coordinating care with schools, physicians, and other providers when appropriate
Maintaining timely clinical documentation
Participating in consultation, supervision, team meetings, and training
Providing in-person and telehealth services when appropriate
Who We're Looking For
We're seeking a therapist who is patient, engaging, empathetic, and comfortable connecting with children. Experience with play therapy or child-focused treatment is strongly preferred.
Ideal candidates:
Enjoy working with children, adolescents, and families
Understand developmental and age-appropriate therapeutic approaches
Can build strong relationships with both children and caregivers
Are creative and flexible in their clinical approach
Value collaborative, client-centered care
Communicate effectively and maintain appropriate professional boundaries
Licensure
We welcome:
LPC or LPC Candidate
LCSW or LMSW
LMFT or LMFT Candidate
Clinicians approaching full independent licensure are encouraged to apply.
What We Offer
Competitive compensation
Clinical supervision
Flexible scheduling
CEU support and ongoing training
Paid administrative time
Administrative support
Telehealth opportunities
Career growth opportunities
Collaborative clinical environment
Additional benefits for eligible full-time employees
Qualifications
Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field
Active Oklahoma license or eligible candidate/associate status
Experience with children, adolescents, and/or families preferred
Knowledge of assessment, treatment planning, and clinical documentation
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to successfully complete a background check
Join Our Team
You don't need to check every box to be considered. If you're passionate about helping children and families and want a practice where creativity and clinical autonomy are valued, we encourage you to apply.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Ellie Mental Health is committed to an inclusive workplace where all employees are respected and valued. We provide equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and do not tolerate discrimination or harassment.
Franchise Disclosure
Ellie Mental Health clinics are independently owned and operated as part of the Ellie Mental Health franchise system. Employment decisions, compensation, benefits, scheduling, and workplace policies are determined by the local franchise owner. This position is with an independently owned and operated Ellie Mental Health clinic and not Ellie Mental Health's corporate organization.
We're just people helping people. Come join the herd.