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Evolve-Prosperity Manor, Knoxville, TN, US, TN, United States

Therapist

Counselor / TherapistFull-time

Listed compensation

$58k-$62k

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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.

Friday - Tuesday, 6am - 2:30pm

Requirements

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

Qualifications

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

Key Skills

Clinical AssessmentGroup TherapyFamily TherapyTreatment PlanningAddiction CounselingCrisis InterventionDocumentationCollaborationBio-psycho-social AssessmentAftercare Planning

Counselor Career Context

Of the 50 active Mental Health Therapy listings this role was benchmarked against, 40% are remote, 48% have no call, 78% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Tennessee is 91.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$60k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $66k in an average-cost state. 58.6% of Tennessee clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Mental Health Therapy by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$58k–$62kMental Health Therapy median $59k (middle half $56k–$118k)11 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$66k in purchasing powerTennessee index 91.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Mental Health Therapy listings in Tennessee173 active7,993 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 40% remote · 48% no call · 78% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedTennessee Counselor listings: 11% state a sign-on bonus (median $5k) · 10% offer loan repayment296 active listings, Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing 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 ~$60k midpoint, that is roughly $2k–$4k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
92% this job
CME allowance
33%
Sign-on bonus
25%
Loan repayment
13% this job
PSLF eligible
8%

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 1.5
Below most Mental Health Therapy (Counseling) listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 7,942 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Knoxville, TN
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Coverage
Mental Health Support
Employee Assistance Program
Pet Insurance
Home And Auto Insurance
Family Legal Services
Student Loan Repayment
401(k) Retirement Plan