Licensed Clinician Social Worker (IDD)
Listed compensation
$40-$55/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Community Options, Inc. is a national non-profit agency providing services to individuals with disabilities in 11 states.
We are now hiring a Full-Time or Part-Time Licensed Clinician in Rutherford, TN. The Licensed Clinician (SESH) designs and leads therapeutic programing for adults with IDD and co-occurring mental and behavioral health conditions within its Specialized Enhanced Supported Housing (SESH) program.
SESH homes are a short-term, therapeutic residential placement for individuals who require specialized treatment within a highly structured, safe, and secure setting.
The Licensed Clinician utilizes evidence-based treatment programs (e. g., CBT, DBT) to develop clinical programming that promotes independence, recovery, and behavioral stability, allowing individuals to successfully transition to lower levels of care.
Starting pay is $40.00 - $55.00/ per hour (Commensurate with experience)
Responsibilities
Serve as the lead mental health clinician for Community Options' Specialized Enhanced Supported Housing program
- Review referrals and assist with the admissions process
- Complete and submit initial and concurrent authorization requests in accordance with the level of care guidelines
- Complete initial biopsychosocial assessments and individualized plans of care within 30 days of admission
Develop discharge plans that align with the principles of resiliency and transitional skills within thirty (30) days of admission
Provide clinical supervision and support within the group home ensuring all staff are trained and consistently implementing each individual's treatment plan
Minimum Requirements
Master’s degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related field and a license to practice independently in TN, including LCSW, LMFT, LPC-MHSP
Demonstrated ability to conduct diagnostic assessments, establish treatment plans, and provide individual and group therapy
Minimum of two years’ experience working with people who have IDD and mental health and/or challenging behavioral needs
Valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of checks of criminal background, central registry, child abuse registry, and drug testing
Why Community Options?
- Competitive Insurance Options (Medical, Dental, Vision)
- Paid Holidays—Including a Birthday Holiday!
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Employee Incentive & Discount Programs
- 403b Retirement Plan
- Exceptional Career Growth Opportunities
- Great coworkers/team that support you!
University Partnerships That Include Tuition Reduction
- Please Visit Our Website to Complete an Online Application! Careers.Comop.org
- Community Options is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related field and possess an independent license in Tennessee. A minimum of two years of experience working with individuals with IDD and mental health needs is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Social Worker Career Context
Of the 50 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 76% are remote, 14% have no call, 62% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$99k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $108k in an average-cost state. 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $83k–$114k | Social Work median $67k (middle half $54k–$83k)249 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$108k in purchasing power | Tennessee index 91.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Social Work listings in Tennessee | 117 active | 6,550 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 76% remote · 14% no call · 62% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Tennessee Social Worker listings: 4% state a sign-on bonus · 4% offer loan repayment125 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Social Work listings | 2,568 in the last 30 days | 1,507 the 30 days before (+70%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$99k midpoint, that is roughly $4k–$7k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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