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Therapist

Counselor / TherapistFull-Time

Listed compensation

$54k-$60k

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Job Description

EVOLVE Addiction Treatment is part of Bradford Health Services, a leader in substance abuse treatment and programs for over 40 years. Our programs meet each individual where they are, providing compassionate, evidence-based care that addresses substance use disorders and prepares patients for long-term success.

Whether through counseling, peer support, medication-assisted treatment (MAT), or gender-specific programs, we offer a holistic approach to healing that encompasses the mind, body, and spirit.

We are looking for a Therapist to add to our dynamic team who can provide clinical support to our clients, and facilities, in Knoxville, TN. Evolve campuses provides a supportive, empathetic, and structured environment where individuals can safely address the root causes of their addiction and rediscover their true selves.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct comprehensive bio-psycho-social assessments with newly admitted patients
  • Assess and document risk of harm to self or others
  • Develop a treatment plan with patient-specific goals, interventions, and timeframes
  • Collaborate with treatment team to plan appropriate aftercare
  • Conduct individual therapy sessions with patients
  • Lead process groups on a range of topics related to addiction, recovery, and wellbeing
  • Facilitate family sessions
  • Develop and lead specialty groups or sessions unique to your interests and expertise
  • Leverage de-escalation skills to ensure patient safety and reduce AMA risk
  • Maintain and promote healthy boundaries
  • Promote and protect each patient’s independence, privacy, dignity, and emotional and physical well being
  • Complete progress notes for individual, group, and family sessions
  • Update treatment plans to reflect patient progress and challenges
  • Capture any safety concerns and interventions or referrals initiated
  • Document all clinical assessments as required
  • Learn and follow company-established policies and procedures
  • Remain current with all required trainings and certifications
  • Receive biweekly supervision
  • Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor
  • Practice respectful, compassionate, supportive communication with patients and colleagues

Education & Experience

  • Master’s degree required
  • Experience in addiction and mental health
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Desire to work collaboratively with diverse team and patient population.
  • The ideal candidate is compassionate, professional, organized, and efficient.

License Requirements

  • LPC or LCSW or license eligible

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

  • 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.

Bradford Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable laws.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree and possess a valid LPC or LCSW license, or be license-eligible. Previous experience in addiction and mental health treatment is required, along with strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Risk assessmentTreatment planningGroup therapyFamily therapyClinical documentationAddiction counselingCrisis interventionCase managementCollaborationProfessional communicationBoundary setting

Counselor Career Context

Confidential Employer ranks #14 of 16 employers hiring Counselor on WeekdayDoc by average advertised pay.

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 26% are remote, 44% have no call, 84% require no weekends.

Mental Health Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$54k–$60kMental Health Therapy median $63k (middle half $62k–$68k)11 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$62k in purchasing powerTennessee index 91.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Therapy listings in Tennessee170 active7,871 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 26% remote · 44% no call · 84% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Confidential Employer#14 of 16 for payTop Employers work-life index
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 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. At the posted ~$57k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$4k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Salary Distribution

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

19 jobs
401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
42%
Sign-on bonus
16%
Loan repayment
16% this job
PSLF eligible
16%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 7,838 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Benefits & Perks

Medical Coverage (BCBSAL)
Dental
Vision
Domestic Partner Coverage
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Pet Insurance
Home and Auto Insurance
Family Legal Services

Living in Knoxville

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$356k≈ 6.6× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,701/mo≈ 38% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
20 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.6
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

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

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.