Counselor Jobs in Tennessee
Counselor jobs in Tennessee are in strong demand, concentrated in behavioral health, school systems, substance use treatment, and community mental health settings, with openings at every level from recent graduates to licensed clinical supervisors. Nashville, Memphis, and Knoxville anchor most of the hiring, with major employers like Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Tennessee Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, and Centerstone maintaining consistent counselor needs across the state. The most in-demand specialties right now are substance use disorder counseling, school counseling, and mental health counseling. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Are you interested in being a key player in supporting child care professionals?
The WAGE$ Education Counselor works as a case manager for the Child Care WAGE$ participants from an assigned service area by determining eligibility of new and active participants against the program requirements. The Education Counselor also stays in regular communication with stakeholders in their assigned community to share information about WAGE$ and encourage new and existing participants to maintain eligibility in the program.
Qualifications:
- Must have Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in education, Early Childhood Education, Family and Consumer Sciences or related field.
- Two years of professional childcare related experience required.
- Dependable transportation, valid driver’s license and insurance required.
- May require the need for flexible schedules including occasional evening and weekend work.
- Some statewide/regional and/or overnight travel may be required.
- Willing to work in a shared space.
- Physical examination including TB skin test or chest x-ray is required within 30 days of employment.
Core Values/Ethical Conduct:
- The ability to interact with staff, child care educators, management, community partners and funders in a respectful and professional manner.
- The ability to create and embrace new ideas, creative problem solving, improve services and delivery methods.
- The ability to work cooperatively with staff, child care educators, management, funders and community partners.
- The ability to be wise, accountable, and careful with use of resources and time.
- The ability to conduct oneself with honesty, reliability, and fairness, holding to our code of ethics.
- The ability to work equitably with staff, child care educators, management, community partners and funders to support high quality services.
Under the direction of the Child Care WAGE$ Director, the WAGE$ Education Counselor will have the following responsibilities:
- Treat all client information in a confidential manner
- Support the work of all initiatives within the WAGE$ Program
- Recruit participants by phone and outreach/presentations.
- Manage a monthly caseload by maintaining regular communication and documentation
- Evaluate participant education documentation and pay documentation to determine program eligibility
- Determine salary supplement amount for participants as well as adjustments to their date of pay based on leave time and schedule changes
- Communicate with applicants, participants, and directors using a variety of tools
- Process and organize documents for new applicants
- Provide details to caseload participants regarding education requirements to move to a higher level on the WAGE$ scale
- Collaborate with stakeholders in their assigned service area to promote WAGE$ in the early childhood education community
- Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Working Here:
We believe in supporting our employees and their families as they journey throughout life. Our commitment to our full-time staff includes the following benefits:
- A competitive benefits package with health, vision, and dental coverage, HSA, Dependent Care FSA, group life insurance, Teladoc (telemedicine), EAP mental health resources, and short & long-term disability options.
- Up to 4% matching 401(k) employer contribution, plus a 3% base contribution.
- Generous paid time off to support work-life balance.
- Employee discounts on paid services
Our culture is important and we’ve included it in our strategic plan by creating goals which include creating a culture of belonging where everyone has what they need to succeed and thrive and investing in developing the next generation of leaders. Join us in our mission to create a community of lifelong independence, where your contributions are valued, and your professional growth is nurtured. Together, we can make a difference.
Signal Centers is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to affirm the dignity and worth of every person in all that we do. It is, therefore, the policy of the organization to practice and ensure the fair and equitable treatment of all employees and to promote the full realization of this policy through all employment practices.
Are you interested in being a key player in supporting child care professionals?
The WAGE$ Education Counselor works as a case manager for the Child Care WAGE$ participants from an assigned service area by determining eligibility of new and active participants against the program requirements. The Education Counselor also stays in regular communication with stakeholders in their assigned community to share information about WAGE$ and encourage new and existing participants to maintain eligibility in the program.
Qualifications:
- Must have Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution in education, Early Childhood Education, Family and Consumer Sciences or related field.
- Two years of professional childcare related experience required.
- Dependable transportation, valid driver’s license and insurance required.
- May require the need for flexible schedules including occasional evening and weekend work.
- Some statewide/regional and/or overnight travel may be required.
- Willing to work in a shared space.
- Physical examination including TB skin test or chest x-ray is required within 30 days of employment.
Core Values/Ethical Conduct:
- The ability to interact with staff, child care educators, management, community partners and funders in a respectful and professional manner.
- The ability to create and embrace new ideas, creative problem solving, improve services and delivery methods.
- The ability to work cooperatively with staff, child care educators, management, funders and community partners.
- The ability to be wise, accountable, and careful with use of resources and time.
- The ability to conduct oneself with honesty, reliability, and fairness, holding to our code of ethics.
- The ability to work equitably with staff, child care educators, management, community partners and funders to support high quality services.
Under the direction of the Child Care WAGE$ Director, the WAGE$ Education Counselor will have the following responsibilities:
- Treat all client information in a confidential manner
- Support the work of all initiatives within the WAGE$ Program
- Recruit participants by phone and outreach/presentations.
- Manage a monthly caseload by maintaining regular communication and documentation
- Evaluate participant education documentation and pay documentation to determine program eligibility
- Determine salary supplement amount for participants as well as adjustments to their date of pay based on leave time and schedule changes
- Communicate with applicants, participants, and directors using a variety of tools
- Process and organize documents for new applicants
- Provide details to caseload participants regarding education requirements to move to a higher level on the WAGE$ scale
- Collaborate with stakeholders in their assigned service area to promote WAGE$ in the early childhood education community
- Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Working Here:
We believe in supporting our employees and their families as they journey throughout life. Our commitment to our full-time staff includes the following benefits:
- A competitive benefits package with health, vision, and dental coverage, HSA, Dependent Care FSA, group life insurance, Teladoc (telemedicine), EAP mental health resources, and short & long-term disability options.
- Up to 4% matching 401(k) employer contribution, plus a 3% base contribution.
- Generous paid time off to support work-life balance.
- Employee discounts on paid services
Our culture is important and we’ve included it in our strategic plan by creating goals which include creating a culture of belonging where everyone has what they need to succeed and thrive and investing in developing the next generation of leaders. Join us in our mission to create a community of lifelong independence, where your contributions are valued, and your professional growth is nurtured. Together, we can make a difference.
Signal Centers is an equal opportunity employer and seeks to affirm the dignity and worth of every person in all that we do. It is, therefore, the policy of the organization to practice and ensure the fair and equitable treatment of all employees and to promote the full realization of this policy through all employment practices.
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Counselor Job Market in Tennessee
A snapshot from current Tennessee openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
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- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
What Tennessee Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in counselor jobs across Tennessee.
- Active Tennessee licensure such as LPC, LCSW, or LADAC issued by the state
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, or a closely related field
- Supervised clinical hours meeting Tennessee licensure board requirements
- Experience with evidence-based modalities such as CBT or motivational interviewing
- Proficiency in electronic health record systems used in behavioral health settings
- Valid Tennessee background check clearance for work with vulnerable populations
Counselor Jobs in Tennessee: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a counselor in Tennessee?
Most counseling roles in Tennessee require licensure through the Tennessee Department of Health's Board for Professional Counselors, Marital and Family Therapists, and Clinical Pastoral Therapists. The Licensed Professional Counselor credential requires a master's degree in counseling or a related field, completion of supervised clinical hours, and passing the National Counselor Examination. Substance use counselors may pursue the LADAC credential through the state's alcohol and drug abuse counselor board. School counselors are licensed separately through the Tennessee Department of Education.
Which companies hire counselors in Tennessee?
Employers hiring counselors in Tennessee right now include Youth Villages, Tennessee State Government, and Centerstone, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Tennessee's large nonprofit behavioral health networks, hospital systems, and county school districts consistently post counselor openings throughout the year.
Which Tennessee cities have the most counselor jobs?
Nashville, Memphis, and Jackson have the most counselor openings in Tennessee. Nashville leads because of its dense concentration of hospital systems, community mental health centers, and private practices, while Memphis and Knoxville are home to large academic medical centers and regional behavioral health organizations that drive consistent hiring in surrounding suburban and rural communities.
Are there remote counselor jobs in Tennessee?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields because counseling work often involves in-person client sessions. About 43% of counselor openings tied to Tennessee are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with telehealth platforms and employee assistance program roles being the most consistently remote-eligible positions in the field.
How can I get hired as a counselor in Tennessee with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for associate or intern counselor roles while completing the supervised hours required for Tennessee licensure. Large employers like Centerstone and Volunteer Behavioral Health offer structured internship and post-graduate residency tracks for candidates still accumulating hours. Entry-level case manager and crisis specialist positions at Tennessee community mental health centers are also strong starting points, since they count toward licensure supervision and build clinical experience alongside credentialed staff.
Where can I find and apply to counselor jobs in Tennessee?
You can find and apply to counselor jobs in Tennessee on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search for roles that match your license level, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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