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Public Safety Wellness Clinician

Irving, TX · On-site

$80 - $100/hr

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Trained (Minimum); and Certified First Responder Counselor (CFRC). Bilingual (English / Spanish) beneficial. Candidates will be subject to a ...

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$60 - $80/hr

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Trained (Minimum); and Certified First Responder Counselor (CFRC). Bilingual (English / Spanish) beneficial. Candidates will be subject to a ...

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Gfoat

Public Safety Wellness Clinician

Irving, TX · On-site

$60 - $80/hr

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Trained (Minimum); and Certified First Responder Counselor (CFRC). Bilingual (English / Spanish) beneficial. Candidates will be subject to a ...

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Gulfshoresal

$80 - $100/hr

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Trained (Minimum); and Certified First Responder Counselor (CFRC). Bilingual (English / Spanish) beneficial. Candidates will be subject to a ...

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How much do certified first responder jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for certified first responder in the United States is $21.45, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $23.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a certified first responder?

Certified First Responders are trained individuals who provide immediate, basic emergency care at the scene of an accident or medical emergency before higher-level medical personnel arrive. They are often the first to respond to 911 calls and can administer CPR, control bleeding, and manage other life-threatening conditions. Certified First Responders bridge the gap between the onset of an emergency and the arrival of paramedics or EMTs, helping to improve patient outcomes. They may be employed by fire departments, law enforcement, or volunteer organizations.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a certified first responder?

To thrive as a Certified First Responder, you need a thorough understanding of emergency medical care, first aid, and CPR, supported by certification through an accredited training program. Familiarity with medical equipment like automated external defibrillators (AEDs), oxygen delivery systems, and patient transport tools is typically required. Strong communication, quick decision-making, and the ability to stay calm under pressure are essential soft skills for this role. These competencies are vital for providing effective pre-hospital care, ensuring patient safety, and collaborating efficiently with other emergency personnel.

What challenges do certified first responders face during emergency calls, and how can they manage them?

Certified First Responders often encounter high-pressure situations, unpredictable environments, and emotionally charged scenes during emergency calls. Managing these challenges involves maintaining clear communication with team members, staying up-to-date on protocols through regular training, and practicing stress management techniques. Building strong rapport with other emergency personnel, such as paramedics and law enforcement, also helps ensure coordinated and effective responses. Continuous learning and self-care are essential to sustaining performance and well-being in this demanding role.

What is the difference between Certified First Responder vs Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)?

AspectCertified First ResponderEmergency Medical Technician (EMT)
CertificationsBasic First Responder CertificationEMT Certification (state-specific)
Work EnvironmentEmergency scenes, public events, sportsAmbulances, emergency scenes, hospitals
Roles & ResponsibilitiesBasic life support, scene safety, initial patient assessmentAdvanced first aid, CPR, patient stabilization, transport

Certified First Responders provide initial emergency care and scene safety, often as a first step before EMTs arrive. EMTs have more advanced training, allowing them to perform a wider range of medical procedures and patient transport. Both roles are essential in emergency response, but EMTs typically have more certifications and responsibilities.

What can you do with a certified first responder certification?

A certified first responder can provide emergency medical care at the scene of accidents or health incidents, often as part of emergency response teams or ambulance services. The certification allows individuals to perform basic life support skills such as CPR, bleeding control, and patient stabilization until advanced medical personnel arrive.

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Infographic showing various Certified First Responder job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $44,606 per year, or $21.4 per hour.

Veteran/First Responder Licensed Therapist

Grapevine, TX • On-site

Ellie Mental Health
Offices of Mental Health Practitioners • 201 - 500 employees
Learn more about Ellie Mental Healthexternal

$58K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago

Ellie Mental Health rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 12 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

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Benefits:
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Training & development

Therapist (Licensed or Pre-Licensed) - Ellie Mental Health - Grapevine, TX
About Ellie Mental Health
Ellie Mental Health is a fast-growing, multi-clinic mental health organization dedicated to reducing the administrative barriers that get in the way of providing exceptional client care putting both therapists and clients first. We support our clinicians with strong compensation, flexible scheduling, comprehensive administrative support, and a culture built on authenticity, creativity, and compassion.
Who We're Looking For: Licensed & Pre-Licensed Therapists
We are seeking passionate clinicians who are committed to increasing access to high-quality mental health care for veterans, active-duty service members, military families, and first responders. The ideal candidate is comfortable working with high-acuity trauma, understands the unique needs and culture of these populations, and is motivated to provide evidence-based, compassionate care to those who serve our communities and country.
Required Degrees & Licensure
  • Master's degree in a behavioral science or related field (from an accredited institution)
  • Pre-licensed candidates: LPC-Associates, LMSW, LMFT-Associates
    • Must have at least 2 years of experience and be within 6 months of full licensure
  • Fully licensed candidates: LPC, LCSW, LMFT (with or without an existing caseload)

Required Certifications / Experience
  • 1-2 years of experience working with veterans and/or first responders
  • Training in trauma-focused interventions (basic + advanced), such as:
    • EMDR
    • CPT
    • TF-CBT
    • ART
  • Ability to develop and deliver clinical services tailored to military and first responder populations, including families and spouses

Preferred Certifications / Experience
  • Advanced trauma training
  • Experience treating PTSD and crisis response
  • Additional evidence-based training (CPT, EMDR, TF-CBT, ART)
  • Military Cultural Competency coursework (completed or willingness to complete)

Key Responsibilities
  • Complete diagnostic assessments and individualized treatment plans
  • Maintain a caseload of 27+ sessions/week (for full-time clinicians)
  • Provide high-quality, client-centered therapy services
  • Complete documentation according to company standards
  • Coordinate care with internal and external providers and supports
  • Participate in staff meetings, supervision, and required trainings

What We Offer
  • Competitive hourly pay + commission on self-pay and insurance reimbursement
  • Paid administrative time for documentation and consultation
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Free CEUs & ongoing training
  • A fun, supportive, clinician-centered culture that values work-life balance
  • Additional Full-Time Employee Benefits

Additional Details
  • Location: Grapevine, TX
  • Reports to: Clinical Director
  • Learn more: elliementalhealth.com

Equal Employment Opportunity
Ellie Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse, inclusive, and harassment-free workplace. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
Compensation: $58,260.46 - $80,000.00 per year
Seeking creative & collaborative humans with a passion for changing mental health care in fun and meaningful ways
Don't meet EVERY requirement?
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Ellie Mental Health is devoted to purposefully building an inclusive and diverse workplace where all of our humans can be their authentic selves! (Authenticity is one of our core values, after all...) If you're excited about the chance to be a change-maker with us, but your past experience doesn't perfectly align with every single qualification of the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. Our mental health jobs need dedicated individuals from every background who are willing to care for others. And who knows, you might just be the perfect candidate for another role!
Employee Experience
We take care of our people. It's that simple. From investing in their financial future, to providing wages that shatter the ceiling in our industry to reasonable caseload expectations we ensure that our people are happy. Happy employees do better work and provide better client care! No matter what it is that you do in your mental health career at Ellie, our clients depend on us cultivating an environment where our employees can thrive so that they can thrive too!
Y'all, jobs in mental health are tough jobs with a high risk of emotional fatigue and burnout. At Ellie, we use all of our core values of humor, creativity, authenticity, acceptance, determination, and compassion not just out in our communities, but we turn them inwards too! Our employees have clear growth paths for advancing their careers.
We have created a culture that reminds us that our employees are our leaders!
Company Structure
Ellie is a socially responsible for-profit business, which allows us to be flexible and responsive to our community's needs. Many mental health and wellness-focused companies are non-profits or government agencies, which rely on the general public, grants, or large donors for funding. This model often results in little creativity and lower compensation for employees, promoting a work culture that just makes people feel "blah."
Feeling blah doesn't help employees stay motivated, engaged, or even in their jobs for a very long time! So we created a new model: one that puts flexibility, innovative decision-making, creativity, and our people first, while remaining a socially conscious and responsible for-profit business focused on changing how we treat mental health.
In short, we're just people helping people. Wanna join the herd?

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