School-Based Therapist (Macon County)

Centerstone; Tennessee; On-site; USD 42,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

403b retirement plan

Company matches

PTO & holidays

AD&D Insurance

Life Insurance

Long Term Disability

Employee Resource Groups

Continuing education

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Centerstone in Tennessee seeks a licensed behavioral health professional to provide school-based therapy, delivering compassionate care to students while applying sound clinical judgement. The role emphasizes comprehensive assessment, treatment planning, and timely documentation; you will work in person within a school setting, collaborating with supervisors and school staff to support student wellbeing.

Clinical experience with behavioral health in educational environments is preferred, with

Qualifications

• Master's degree in one of Clinical Psychology, MH Counseling, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy, or MH Counseling specialization.
• If outside disciplines, 24 graduate-level psychology/social work/counseling hours required with relevant coursework.

Responsibilities

• Formulate diagnoses after intake assessment.
• Complete timely clinical documentation.
• Create/update treatment plans per policy.
• Provide therapy based on assessment and diagnosis.
• Respond to supervisory needs in virtual or in-person settings.
• Inform supervisor of issues affecting program or organization.
• Respond to client needs promptly and professionally.
• Demonstrate good clinical judgment in care.

Skills

Clinical judgement

Electronic charting

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Clinical Psychology

Master's degree in MH Counseling

MS in related behavioral health field

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

Centerstone is among the nation's leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings.

Position Overview

Join a team dedicated to supporting and empowering students during some of their most important years.

Summary of Position

Provide therapy to clients in a school setting while maintaining good clinical judgement.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ability to formulate a diagnosis upon completion of intake assessment
• Complete timely clinical documentation
• Create and update treatment plans according to policy
• Provide therapy services based upon assessment of clinical needs and diagnosis
• Respond to supervisory communication including urgent care situations and other clinical needs as applicable in virtual or face to face settings
• Keep administrative supervisor informed of all potential issues that could impact the program or the organization
• Respond to needs of clients in a timely and professional manner
• Demonstrate good clinical judgment in client care

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Ability to successfully utilize computer/electronic equipment and software

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Requirements: A Master’s degree is required in one of the following fields: Clinical Psychology, Mental Health (MH) Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, and/or a specialization in MH Counseling. License-eligible in respective discipline preferred.

OR Applicants with a Master’s degree in a related field (outside of the disciplines listed above) must meet the following criteria: Completion of at least 24 graduate-level semester hours in psychology, social work, counseling, or other behavioral health-related coursework. Relevant coursework and work experience in the following areas: Clinical treatment and treatment planning Appraisal and assessment of mental disorders Psychopathology Use of the DSM for diagnostic purposes within a clinical internship or practicum in a behavioral health setting.

Experience Requirements

Clinical experience is required. This may be fulfilled through clinical practicums or internships completed as part of a master’s degree program.

Certification/Licensure

Must possess a valid driver's license and meet eligibility requirements to be covered under the organization's vehicle insurance policy.

Starting Salary Range

$42,300 - $46,700

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Standing – 10%
• Sitting – 90%
• Squatting – Occasional
• Kneeling – Occasional
• Bending – Occasional
• Driving – Occasional
• Lifting – Occasional

DISCLAIMER

The duties and responsibilities described in this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

Time Type

Full time

Pay Range

$0.00--$0.00

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision health coverage
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• 403b retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and ten paid holidays
• AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
• Employee Resource Groups
• Continuing education opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program

Equal Opportunity Employer

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect.

Company Culture

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture.

We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.

Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.

Centerstone is a nonprofit health system providing mental health and substance use disorder treatments. Services are available nationally through the operation of outpatient clinics, residential programs, the use of telehealth and an inpatient hospital.

Centerstone also features specialized programs for the military community, therapeutic foster care, children’s services and employee assistance programs.

Centerstone’s Research Institute provides guidance through research and technology, leveraging the best practices for use in all our communities.

Centerstone’s Foundation secures philanthropic resources to support the work and mission of delivering care that changes people’s lives.