Licensed Therapist

Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!

Job Description

• Job Title: Licensed Therapist
• Location: Madison, TN
• Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

Take your clinical career to the next level as a Licensed Therapist in a supportive, collaborative outpatient setting where your work truly matters. Join a compassionate team dedicated to improving lives through high-quality behavioral health services. This role offers the opportunity to build meaningful client relationships, practice evidence-based therapy, work in a structured and supportive clinical environment, expand your professional expertise, and make a lasting impact in your community. Enjoy a competitive salary range of $62,000 – $68,450, based on post-licensure experience, along with a $2,000 sign-on bonus and additional retention bonus opportunities. If you are a licensed clinician with strong clinical judgment and a passion for helping others, this is an exceptional opportunity to grow and thrive.

In this role, you will provide individual therapy services in a clinic setting, utilizing your clinical expertise to assess, diagnose, and treat clients with a variety of mental health needs. You will develop individualized treatment plans, maintain timely documentation, and collaborate with a dedicated team to support positive client outcomes and long-term success.

This Position Offers…

• Sign On Bonus! - $2,000
• Employee Assistance Program – 24/7 counseling services, legal assistance, & financial consultation for you and your household at no cost
• Mileage Reimbursement – Company paid for work functions requiring travel
• Employee Discounts – Hotels, Theme Parks & Attractions, College Tuition
• Additional income opportunities - production incentives
• Workplace Culture - An environment cultivating employee wellbeing, valuing each individual's humanity, and actively promoting a healthy, joyful workforce
• Additional Perks & Benefits - Scroll down to bottom of this post to learn more

Key Responsibilities

• Provide individual outpatient therapy using evidence-based approaches such as CBT and other clinical modalities
• Conduct comprehensive intake assessments and formulate accurate DSM-based diagnoses
• Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans to support client progress and outcomes
• Build strong therapeutic relationships while delivering high-quality, client-centered care
• Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation in accordance with organizational standards
• Respond promptly to client needs, including urgent situations, in both in-person and virtual settings
• Collaborate with supervisors and interdisciplinary teams to ensure effective care coordination
• Communicate proactively regarding clinical concerns that may impact clients or program operations
• Demonstrate sound clinical judgment, professionalism, and ethical decision-making

Education, Experience, And/or Credential Qualifications

• Master’s degree required in Clinical Psychology, Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related behavioral health field

OR Master’s Degree in a Related Field With

• At least 24 graduate-level semester hours in behavioral health-related coursework
• Coursework and experience in clinical treatment, assessment, psychopathology, and DSM diagnosis
• Active licensure required: LCSW, LPC-MHSP, or LMFT
• Clinical experience required (may include graduate-level practicum or internship experience)
• Experience working with children and adolescents preferred
• Supervisory or leadership experience preferred

Additional Qualifications

• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment planning skills
• Ability to utilize EHR systems and clinical documentation tools effectively
• Excellent communication skills across written, verbal, and virtual formats
• Ability to manage a caseload independently while collaborating within a team environment
• Commitment to delivering high-quality behavioral health care and continuous professional growth

Physical Requirements

• Sit for extended periods (approximately 90% of the time)
• Stand occasionally (approximately 10% of the time)
• Perform occasional bending, kneeling, and squatting
• Drive occasionally as needed
• Lift and carry items occasionally as needed

Time Type

Full Time

• Delivering care that changes people's lives starts with our employees. Below are just some of the great benefits Centerstone employees enjoy:
• 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
• AD&D Insurance, Life Insurance, and Long Term Disability (company paid)
• Employee Resource Groups
• Continuing education opportunities

Employee Assistance Program

Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect.

At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture.

Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.

Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.