School-Based Therapist (Dickson County)
About The Position
Centerstone is hiring a School-Based Therapist to provide therapy to students in a school setting while maintaining sound clinical judgment. The role is for the 2026–2027 school year, with start-up activities beginning as soon as possible. It is open to experienced therapists and new Master’s-level graduates with clinical internship experience. The position follows a 10-month school calendar, with pay distributed over a 12-month employment period. Therapists may work during the summer for additional income or take the summer off. A $2,000 sign-on bonus is offered. The therapist formulates diagnoses after intake assessments, completes clinical documentation, creates and updates treatment plans, and provides therapy based on assessed clinical needs and diagnoses. The role also requires responding to supervisory communications, including urgent care situations and other clinical needs, and keeping the administrative supervisor informed about potential program or organizational issues. The position requires a Master’s degree in a qualifying behavioral health discipline, or a related Master’s degree plus specified coursework and relevant training. Clinical experience may be fulfilled through practicums or internships completed as part of a Master’s program. A valid driver’s license and eligibility for coverage under the organization’s vehicle insurance policy are required.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a specialization in Mental Health Counseling; alternatively, a Master’s degree in a related field with at least 24 graduate-level semester hours in psychology, social work, counseling, or other behavioral health-related coursework.
- For applicants with a related Master’s degree outside the listed disciplines: relevant coursework and work experience in clinical treatment and treatment planning, appraisal and assessment of mental disorders, psychopathology, and use of the DSM for diagnostic purposes within a behavioral health clinical internship or practicum.
- Clinical experience, which may be fulfilled through clinical practicums or internships completed as part of a Master’s degree program.
- Valid driver’s license and eligibility to be covered under the organization’s vehicle insurance policy.
- Ability to successfully use computer and electronic equipment and software.
Nice To Haves
- License eligibility in the respective discipline is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Formulate a diagnosis upon completion of an intake assessment.
- Complete clinical documentation in a timely manner.
- Create and update treatment plans according to policy.
- Provide therapy services based on assessment of clinical needs and diagnosis.
- Respond to supervisory communications, including urgent care situations and other clinical needs, in virtual or face-to-face settings as applicable.
- Keep the administrative supervisor informed of potential issues that could affect the program or organization.
- Respond to client needs in a timely and professional manner.
- Demonstrate good clinical judgment in client care.
Benefits
- $2,000 sign-on bonus
- 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
- Company-paid AD&D insurance, life insurance, and long-term disability
- Employee Resource Groups
- Continuing education opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program
- Consistent income and benefits distributed throughout the year under the 12-month employment period
- Option to work during summer months for additional income or take the summer off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
