Therapist

Counselor / TherapistNo callPer Diem

Listed compensation

$31/hour

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Job Description

This is a PRN position.

About Company

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We’re officially a Great Place To Work®! We’ve always believed that supporting our team is just as important as supporting our patients. Now, we’re proud to share that we’ve earned Great Place To Work® Certification - based entirely on feedback from our own employees.

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This certification reflects the culture we’ve worked hard to build - one rooted in trust, inclusion, and purpose-driven leadership.

At Bradford Health Services, we are committed to providing exceptional care to our patients while fostering a supportive and rewarding workplace for our employees. We believe that taking care of our team allows them to take better care of others, which is why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being.

Our benefits include:

  • Medical Coverage – Three new BCBSAL medical plans with better rates, improved co-pays, and enhanced prescription benefits.
  • Expanded Coverage – Options for domestic partners and a wider network of in-network providers.
  • Mental Health Support – Improved access to services and a new Employee Assistance Program (EAP) featuring digital wellness tools like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) modules and wellness coaching.
  • Voluntary Coverages – Pet insurance, home and auto insurance, family legal services, and more.
  • Student Loan Repayment – Available for nurses and therapists.
  • Retirement Benefits – 401(k) plan through Voya to help employees plan for the future.
  • Generous PTO – A robust paid time off policy to support work-life balance.
  • Voluntary Benefits for Part-Time Employees – Dental, vision, life, accident insurance, and telehealth options for those working 20 hours or more per week.

At Bradford Health Services, we don’t just invest in our patients—we invest in our people.

About the Role

As a Therapist based in the United States, you will play a critical role in supporting individuals facing emotional, psychological, and behavioral challenges. Your primary objective will be to provide compassionate, evidence-based therapeutic interventions that promote mental health and well-being.

You will work closely with clients to assess their needs, develop personalized treatment plans, and facilitate progress through various therapeutic modalities.

This role requires a deep understanding of mental health disorders, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to create a safe and trusting environment for clients. Ultimately, your work will contribute to improving clients' quality of life and helping them achieve their personal and emotional goals.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Master’s degree or higher in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field.
  • Valid state licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or equivalent.
  • Demonstrated experience providing therapy to diverse populations.
  • Strong knowledge of mental health disorders, treatment modalities, and ethical standards.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), or Trauma-Informed Care.
  • Bilingual abilities or experience working with multicultural populations.
  • Certification in specialized therapeutic approaches or additional training in substance abuse counseling.
  • Experience working in multidisciplinary teams or integrated care settings.
  • Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive assessments to understand clients' mental health status and needs.
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on clinical best practices.
  • Provide one-on-one and group therapy sessions using appropriate therapeutic techniques.
  • Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary to ensure effective outcomes.
  • Maintain accurate and confidential client records in compliance with legal and ethical standards.
  • Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including psychiatrists, social workers, and primary care providers, to coordinate care.
  • Stay current with developments in therapeutic practices and participate in ongoing professional development.

Skills

The required skills enable the therapist to effectively assess client needs, develop tailored treatment plans, and deliver therapeutic interventions that foster client growth and healing.

Strong communication skills are essential for building rapport, facilitating sessions, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills help in adapting treatment approaches to meet individual client challenges.

Preferred skills such as proficiency in evidence-based therapies and cultural competence enhance the therapist’s ability to serve diverse client populations with sensitivity and effectiveness.

Additionally, technological skills, including familiarity with EHR systems, support efficient documentation and coordination of care.

PRN

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in a relevant field and possess a valid state license such as LPC, LCSW, or LMFT. Demonstrated experience in providing therapy to diverse populations and strong knowledge of mental health disorders are required.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Mental health assessmentTreatment planningClinical documentationElectronic health recordsMultidisciplinary collaborationCrisis intervention

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Therapist at Addiction and Mental Health Services a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) — ranked against 7,558 active Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Counselor Career Context

Of the 43 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 47% are remote, 19% have no call, 65% require no weekends.

Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is down 1.8% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Mental Health Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.4 / 10 · above average in mental health therapy (counseling)ranked against 7,558 Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Cost of livingTennessee index 91.9US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Therapy listings in Tennessee144 active7,579 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 47% remote · 19% no call · 65% no weekends43 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentloan repaymentTennessee counselor listings (all specialties): 11% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 9% offer loan repayment247 active listings, Nov 2026
New Mental Health Therapy listings2,476 in the last 30 days1,365 the 30 days before (+81%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Mental Health Therapy pay trend−1.8% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (7,558 Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings), BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Tennessee has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
73% this job
CME allowance
55%
Sign-on bonus
18%
Loan repayment
14% this job
PSLF eligible
14%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 6.4
Better work-life than 60% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 7,558 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Addiction and Mental Health Services

Hospitals and Health Care
Birmingham, AL
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Coverage (BCBSAL)
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Accident Insurance
Telehealth
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Student Loan Repayment

Living in Louisville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$456k
Median resident rent
$950/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.6
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Knoxville, TN metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.