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How much do mental health policy jobs pay per year?

As of May 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for mental health policy in Florida is $45,284.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,100.00 and $49,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Mental Health Policy, and why are they important?

To thrive in Mental Health Policy, you need expertise in public health, policy analysis, and mental health systems, typically supported by a degree in public policy, public health, or a related field. Familiarity with data analysis tools, policy research databases, and knowledge of regulatory frameworks is essential. Strong communication, advocacy, and stakeholder engagement skills help professionals build consensus and drive meaningful change. These abilities are crucial for shaping effective mental health policy and ensuring equitable, evidence-based solutions.

What are some common challenges faced when working in Mental Health Policy, and how can professionals effectively address them?

Professionals in Mental Health Policy often encounter challenges such as navigating complex regulatory environments, balancing diverse stakeholder interests, and staying updated with evolving mental health research and legislation. Addressing these challenges typically involves strong communication skills, continuous professional development, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, including clinicians, policymakers, and advocacy groups. Building a network of experts and maintaining open dialogue with affected communities can also help ensure that policies are both practical and impactful.

What is mental health policy?

Mental health policy refers to laws, regulations, and guidelines created by governments or organizations to improve mental health care and promote mental well-being within a population. These policies cover areas such as access to mental health services, funding, prevention programs, and the protection of the rights of people with mental health conditions. Effective mental health policy aims to reduce stigma, encourage early intervention, and ensure that mental health is integrated into broader public health and social policies.

What is the difference between Mental Health Policy vs Mental Health Program Coordinator?

AspectMental Health PolicyMental Health Program Coordinator
Required CredentialsTypically a master's degree in public health, social work, or related field; policy experienceBachelor's or master's in social work, public health, or related; program management experience
Work EnvironmentGovernment agencies, non-profits, policy think tanksCommunity organizations, healthcare facilities, non-profits
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in policy development, advocacy, and researchUsed in implementing and managing mental health programs

While both roles focus on mental health, Mental Health Policy involves developing and analyzing policies at a systemic level, whereas Mental Health Program Coordinators focus on executing and managing specific mental health programs within organizations.

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Infographic showing various Mental Health Policy job openings in Florida as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, and 16% Part Time. Highlights an 95% In-person, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,284 per year, or $21.8 per hour.
Outpatient Licensed Mental Health Therapist

Outpatient Licensed Mental Health Therapist

Ellie Mental Health

Pembroke Pines, FL • On-site

$60K - $90K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO

Posted 9 days ago

Ellie Mental Health rating

7.3

Company rating: 7.3 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Ellie Mental Health, South Florida in Pembroke Pines is looking for passionate Licensed Mental Health Clinicians to join our team!

Who is Ellie Mental Health?

Ellie Mental Health is a highly successful mental health organization with clinics structured to remove many of the daily obstacles that get in the way of providing world-class mental health services. Ellie makes the clinician’s experience a priority by offering: excellent compensation, training, and flexible scheduling. Not to mention providing centralized administrative, technology, referral and inquiry support, scheduling, client/therapist matching, billing and collections. Ellie strives to lower the administrative aspects of providing care to the absolute minimum, so our practitioners have more time to focus on what they love - serving clients! We want our people to be happy because happy therapists do better work and provide better client care!

Why Ellie Mental Health:

Ellie was founded on the principal of destigmatizing mental health. Our clinics are structured to remove many of the daily obstacles that get in the way of providing world-class mental health services. Ellie makes the clinician’s experience the best it can be; allowing for excellent schedules while also providing centralized administrative support, technology, referral and inquiry support, scheduling, client/therapist matching, billing and collections, insurance contracting and credentialing. Ellie strives to lower the administrative aspects of providing care to the absolute minimum, so our practitioners have more time to focus on what they love – serving clients! Other clinics may have similar approaches to some of these things, but Ellie has found the way to do it all and we are bringing our innovative approach to the nation.

Who We are Looking for?

Ellie is looking for a Licensed Mental Health Clinician who will share our passion for improving and expanding access to quality mental health care and will thrive in a culture that emphasizes: autonomy, flexibility, creativity, authenticity, humor, compassion, acceptance, and determination. Opportunities are available for individual, family, couples, and group therapy services. The therapist will be responsible for performing clinical activities such as assessments and therapeutic services as directed by the treatment plan and/or identified client need(s). The ideal candidate will display compassion, education, proficiency, and experience with their clients.

What you will do:

  • Evaluate mental health diagnoses, create and implement treatment plans/reviews, and complete clinical documentation according to company policy.
  • Maintain a minimum caseload
  • Provide clinical interventions focusing on the reduction of symptoms and increasing the individual’s ability to perform activities of daily living.
  • Deliver excellent customer service for clients and collaborate with a dynamic team to further the mission of filling gaps in our community.
  • Utilize creativity in interventions to help clients accomplish therapeutic goals.
  • Collaborate with case managers, families, work personnel, medical personnel, other Ellie staff, and applicable site staff as needed.
  • Attend and participate in all clinical staff meetings and trainings.
  • Communicate and work with clients/other staff in a manner that demonstrates knowledge of cultural diversities.
  • Practice ethical conduct in all clinical and professional activities.
  • Comply with Ellie Mental Health policies and procedures, accrediting/regulatory bodies, and performance contract documentation requirements.

What qualifications you will need:

  • Must maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License and be insurable under Ellie Mental Health policy.
  • Knowledge of and ability to apply crisis intervention techniques.
  • Strong diagnostic skills, the ability to incorporate client history, symptoms, environmental and related issues to formulate proper diagnosis and treatment.
  • Strong communication, listening, and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to provide clear, concise, and well-constructed written documentation.
  • Effective time management and organizational skills.
  • Must be able to work autonomously.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

  • Prefer candidates with creative and innovative approach to mental health
  • Ideal candidates will have a general knowledge of therapy services, community resources, insurance billing


What we have to offer:

  • Ellie Mental Health offers a competitive salary, PTO accrual, and professional development.
  • Flexible scheduling.
  • Pay for administrative time that covers consultation and documentation.
  • Health, Vision, Dental Benefits

What else you should know:

  • This position will be under the general direction of the Clinical Director.
  • Learn more about our amazing company at www.elliementalhealth.com

Company Description

Why Ellie Mental Health:
Ellie was founded on the principal of destigmatizing mental health. Our clinics are structured to remove many of the daily obstacles that get in the way of providing world-class mental health services. Ellie makes the clinician’s experience the best it can be; allowing for excellent schedules while also providing centralized administrative support, technology, referral and inquiry support, scheduling, client/therapist matching, billing and collections, insurance contracting and credentialing. Ellie strives to lower the administrative aspects of providing care to the absolute minimum, so our practitioners have more time to focus on what they love – serving clients! Other clinics may have similar approaches to some of these things, but Ellie has found the way to do it all and we are bringing our innovative approach to the nation.