Licensed Behavioral Health Counselor / LCSW, LPC, LMFT

Gilder Search Group; Cordova (TN); On-site; USD 76,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Pathways to Wellness in Cordova, TN seeks a licensed behavioral health counselor (LCSW/LPC/LMFT) to join a growing practice. The role includes outpatient and IOP caseloads, individual, group, and family therapy, and active participation in interdisciplinary planning.

Qualified candidates are independently licensed in Tennessee with at least two years of experience in mental health or substance use treatment, CPR certification, and a clean background check. Remote options may be available.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal communication, active listening, and strong relationship-building skills.
• Ability to conduct mental status examinations and re-assessments as required.
• Provide crisis intervention and risk assessment within a treatment team.
• Respect for cultural diversity and professional boundaries in care delivery.
• Knowledge of HIPAA and patient confidentiality obligations.

Responsibilities

• Carry a caseload of outpatient and IOP clients.
• Oversee daily treatment experiences for clients and participate in treatment planning.
• Maintain required documentation and conduct assessments as needed.
• Provide individual, group, and family psychotherapy as needed.
• Conduct crisis intervention and risk assessments; participate in quarterly staffing meetings.
• Ensure Joint Commission documentation requirements are met.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Relationship-building

Mental status exams

Crisis intervention

Cultural diversity

Professional boundaries

Caseload management

Job description

Full-Time/Part-Time and Remote Tennessee Licensed Behavioral Health Counselor / LCSW, LMFT, or LPC

Location: Cordova, TN

Purpose

Pathways to Wellness, led by Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner John Redmond, is a growing practice with locations in Cordova and Clarksville. As our client base expands, we have an increasing need for licensed counselors to join our team. We offer flexible scheduling to support a healthy work-life balance and currently have multiple openings.

In this role, the Licensed Therapist will play a key part in advancing our mission by providing individual, group, and family therapy. The position also involves active participation in interdisciplinary treatment planning and the delivery of client-centered care.

Responsibilities

• Carry a caseload of consistent outpatient clients and IOP program clients.
• Oversee the daily treatment experience of each of his/her clients.
• Maintain appropriate documentation as required.
• Conduct assessments of clients at the time of assessment and re-assessments as required.
• Conduct mental status examinations.
• Provide appropriate treatment recommendations based on a review of the client’s history, signs, and symptoms.
• Provide individual, couple/family, and group psychotherapy as needed.
• Ability to demonstrate respect for the cultural and lifestyle diversity of clients and staff.
• Crisis intervention services.
• Treatment Planning.
• Complete Additional Sessions Request forms as required.
• Knowledge of current legal standards of professional practice, reporting requirements, professional boundaries, and related issues.
• Participates in quarterly staffing meeting

• Ensure that Joint Commission documentation requirements are met

Skills, Knowledge, and Competencies Required

• Excellent interpersonal communication skills with the ability to actively listen
• Solid relationship-building capabilities
• Conduct mental status examinations, assessments, and re-assessments as required
• Provide appropriate treatment recommendations based on a review of the client’s history, signs, and symptoms
• Ability to demonstrate respect for the cultural and lifestyle diversity of clients and staff
• Knowledge of current legal standards of professional practice, reporting requirements, professional boundaries, and related issues
• Ability to work as an integrated part of a treatment team
• Ability to manage crises and assess risk.

• Excellent management of caseload (including groups, individual sessions, and family contact/sessions).
• Strict adherence to HIPAA guidelines regarding patient confidentiality.
• Ability to establish appropriate boundaries with clients and staff.
• Commitment to cultural diversity and sensitivity.

Qualifications

The following are the qualifications required to perform the essential functions of this position. Qualifications may be subject to modification based on the Americans with Disabilities Act.

• Specific qualifications may vary based on assignment.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Independently licensed with the State of Tennessee as an LMFT, LCSW, or LPC
• Minimum of two years' experience in evaluating and/or treating persons suffering from mental illness and/or substance abuse.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification.
• Criminal Background Check Clearance.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an office or another environmentally controlled room.

The above reflects the general duties considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job as identified. It shall not be considered a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

EEO Statement

Pathways to Wellness is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Salary Range for full-time is $ 76,000 to $105,000 based on work history and experience.