Counselor Jobs in Nashville, TN
Counselor jobs in Nashville are concentrated in healthcare systems, community mental health centers, and school districts across Midtown, Germantown, and the MetroCenter corridor, with steady demand driven by the city's growing population and expanding behavioral health sector. Employers hiring right now include Adventure Science Center, Cumberland Heights Foundation, and Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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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!
Centerstone, a trauma-informed organization, endorses an organizational culture built on understanding, recognizing and responding to those affected by trauma to strengthen resilience for our clients, staff and community. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!
JOB DESCRIPTION:
SUMMARY OF POSITION
This is a hybrid-remote position providing crisis counseling to individuals effected by a natural disaster in their community. Under the administrative and clinical supervision of the Team Lead, Crisis Counseling Program-Tennessee Recovery Project, the Crisis Counselor is responsible for providing resource connection, short term supportive counseling, long term counseling referrals and coping advice for those individuals who are experiencing a mental health crisis related to the natural disaster (flood & tornadoes) that affected Cheatham, Davidson, Dickson, and Montgomery Counties. This is a grant-funded position through February 2027.
Compensation: $25/hr
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Demonstrate high level of clinical knowledge and skill in providing telephonic or in-person screenings, risk assessments, resource linkage, and crisis intervention to callers.
- Meet the ethical and clinical standards in compliance with all accreditation.
- Attend team meetings, in-service training, supervision, and other quality assurance training.
- Demonstrate high-level customer service skills and professional etiquette.
- Demonstrate knowledge and competency in providing service linkage and referrals for programs, services, and other community resources.
- Promote a departmental culture of cooperation and collaboration with other cross-functional departments, community agencies, hospitals, mental health consumers, and the public at large.
- Assist in administrative tasks as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
QUALIFICATIONS
Education Level
High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree in a related field of Behavioral Science, Psychology, Social Work, or related field or Certified Peer Recovery Specialist preferred.
Years of Experience
Experience as a Mental Health Counselor providing clinical screenings, crisis intervention services, or conducting clinical intake assessments preferred.
Certification/Licensure
Valid driver's license is required.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Standing – 20%
Sitting – 80%
Squatting – Occasional
Kneeling – Occasional
Bending – Occasional
Driving – Occasional
Lifting – Occasional
Time Type:
Part timePay Range:
$15.75-$22.00Delivering 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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Who's Hiring
- Adventure Science Center10

- Cumberland Heights Foundation10

- Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools10

- Centerstone5

- Youth Villages5

Counselor Jobs in Nashville: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a counselor job in Nashville?
Focus your search on Nashville's largest hiring pockets: hospital networks and integrated health systems, community mental health agencies in North Nashville and East Nashville, and Metro Nashville Public Schools. Candidates who hold a licensure-eligible degree and have supervised clinical hours in a Tennessee-recognized setting move faster through hiring. Familiarity with trauma-informed care and experience serving underserved communities gives applicants a clear edge with Nashville employers.
Which companies hire counselors in Nashville?
Employers hiring counselors in Nashville right now include Adventure Science Center, Cumberland Heights Foundation, and Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Nashville's counselor market is anchored by large nonprofit behavioral health agencies, faith-affiliated hospital systems, and Metro government social services, alongside a growing number of private group practices in the Green Hills and Brentwood corridors.
Are there remote counselor jobs in Nashville?
Yes, though remote availability depends heavily on role type since direct clinical and school-based counseling positions are almost always on-site. About 79% of counselor openings tied to Nashville are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting teletherapy and case management roles that translate well to virtual delivery. Telehealth counseling positions at Nashville-based platforms and health systems represent the largest share of remote-eligible openings in the area.
How can I get a counselor job in Nashville with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in Nashville is a practicum or internship placement through one of the city's university counseling programs at Vanderbilt, Lipscomb, or Trevecca Nazarene, which have established relationships with local agencies. Employers such as community mental health centers and school support programs in Metro Nashville Public Schools regularly hire supervised pre-licensure candidates. Starting in a case manager or behavioral health technician role with a Nashville nonprofit is another common route into a full counselor position.
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