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Therapist School-Based

Centerstone
Cookeville, Tennessee Posted Oct 22, 2026
Full-time

About this role

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:

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Provide therapy to clients in a school setting while maintaining good clinical judgement.

Join the Putnam County Schools team as a School-Based Therapist serving students.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Ability to formulate a diagnosis upon completion of intake assessment
  • Complete timely clinical documentation
  • Create and update treatment plans according to policy
  • Provide therapy services based upon assessment of clinical needs and diagnosis
  • Respond to supervisory communication including urgent care situations and other clinical needs as applicable in virtual or face to face settings
  • Keep administrative supervisor informed of all potential issues that could impact the program or the organization
  • Respond to needs of clients in a timely and professional manner
  • Demonstrate good clinical judgment in client care

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

Ability to successfully utilize computer/electronic equipment and software

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Education Requirements

  • A Master’s degree is required in one of the following fields: Clinical Psychology, Mental Health (MH) Counseling, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, and/or a specialization in MH Counseling

  • License-eligible in respective discipline preferred.

  • OR

  • Applicants with a Master’s degree in a related field (outside of the disciplines listed above) must meet the following criteria:

  • Completion of at least 24 graduate-level semester hours in psychology, social work, counseling, or other behavioral health-related coursework.

  • Relevant coursework and work experience in the following areas:

  • Clinical treatment and treatment planning

  • Appraisal and assessment of mental disorders

  • Psychopathology

  • Use of the DSM for diagnostic purposes within a clinical internship or practicum in a behavioral health setting

  • Experience Requirements

  • Clinical experience is required. This may be fulfilled through clinical practicums or internships completed as part of a master’s degree program.

  • Certification/Licensure

  • Must possess a valid driver's license and meet eligibility requirements to be covered under the organization's vehicle insurance policy.

  • Starting Salary Range: $42,300 - $46,700

  • PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Standing – 10%

  • Sitting – 90%

  • Squatting – Occasional

  • Kneeling – Occasional

  • Bending – Occasional

  • Driving – Occasional

  • Lifting – Occasional

  • DISCLAIMER

  • The duties and responsibilities described in this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

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.

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