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Licensed Therapist | Outpatient Clinic

Centerstone logoCenterstone~$17–$45/hrtypicalChattanooga, TennesseeFull timePosted 2w ago
  • $5,000 sign-on bonus

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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open mental health therapist jobs in Tennessee post a median of $56.50 an hour, the middle half $40–$60.75, across 13 jobs that state their pay. Mental health therapists employed in Tennessee earn a median of $23.84 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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About the job

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

Licensed Outpatient Therapist (LCSW, LPC-MHSP, LMFT)

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus Available

Starting Salary: $62,000-$68,000

Centerstone is seeking a compassionate and motivated Licensed Outpatient Therapist to join our growing behavioral health team. This role provides the opportunity to deliver meaningful therapy services in a supportive outpatient setting while helping individuals and families improve their mental health and overall well-being.

We're looking for clinicians who are passionate about providing high-quality care, building strong therapeutic relationships, and making a lasting impact in their community.

Why Join Centerstone?

  • $5,000 Sign-On Bonus
  • Competitive salary: $62,000-$68,000
  • Supportive clinical leadership
  • Opportunity to work with a diverse client population
  • Collaborative team environment
  • Meaningful work that changes lives
  • Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development
  • Established community mental health organization with a strong mission and reputation

What You'll Do

  • Conduct clinical intake assessments and establish diagnoses
  • Develop and update individualized treatment plans
  • Provide evidence-based therapy services based on client needs
  • Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation
  • Monitor client progress and adjust treatment interventions as appropriate
  • Collaborate with supervisors and interdisciplinary team members
  • Provide services in person and/or virtually as needed
  • Demonstrate sound clinical judgment and ethical decision-making
  • Respond professionally and promptly to client needs

Qualifications

Required

  • Master's degree in:
  • Social Work
  • Counseling
  • Marriage and Family Therapy
  • Clinical Psychology
  • Related behavioral health field
  • Current Tennessee licensure as:
  • LCSW
  • LPC-MHSP
  • LMFT
  • Experience providing behavioral health services through employment, internship, practicum, or clinical training

Preferred

  • Experience working with children, adolescents, and families
  • Experience providing outpatient behavioral health services
  • Supervisory or leadership experience
  • Strong assessment, treatment planning, and documentation skills

Compensation

Starting Salary: $62,000-$68,000

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.

From Centerstone's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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