Licensed Mental Health Therapist

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Job Category
:
Professional Student Services

Requisition Number
: LICEN
016563

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Posted:
February 5, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

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Davidson County
100 Woodland St
Nashville, TN 37213, USA

Davidson County
100 Woodland St
Nashville, TN 37213, USA

Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth. Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a Licensed Therapist at The Davidson County Juvenile Detention Center in Nashville, TN.

The Davidson County Juvenile Detention Center is dedicated to transforming the lives of at-risk youth. Our structured environment promotes self-discipline, self-respect, and motivation. We are looking for individuals who value education, personal growth, and the power of second chances. This role offers a collaborative and supportive atmosphere with opportunities to impact lives.

Pay: $65,000-$85,000 annually; can increase based on education and years of experience

Perks & Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and Company paid Life Insurance within 90 days, 401k match up to 6% after 1 year, Paid Time Off that accrues and more

The Licensed Therapist provides individual, family, and group therapy while overseeing the completion of treatment for students under their care. This may include services such as clinical assessments, service planning, counseling, case management, record keeping, and service coordination with the multi-disciplinary team. You may document and assess the effectiveness of interventions toward meeting treatment plan objectives and goals. This position may require crisis intervention as necessary and monthly progress notes, staffing reports, plans, and discharge summaries for all students within your care.

• Have an Tennessee license as a LPC, LAC, LMSW, LCSW, OR LMFT
• Must have a Master’s Degree in a relevant field
• Be at least 21 years of age
• Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug, physical, and TB test
• Be able to pass a search of the child and adult abuse central registry
• Must meet requirements to become an ROP eligible driver, including having an active Driver’s License

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Apply today and make a difference in the lives of youth.

After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As a Licensed Mental Health Therapist, you will have the opportunity to create a positive, safe, and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.

• Detail Oriented:
  Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
• Team Player:
  Works well as a member of a group
• Functional Expert:
  Considered a thought leader on a subject
• Enthusiastic:
  Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
• Dedicated:
  Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

• Goal Completion
• Job Security
• Flexibility
• Ability to Make an Impact

• Masters or better

• Lic Prof Clin Couns of MH
• Licensed Prof Counselor
• Lic Clinical MH Counselor
• Lic Mental Health Practitioner
• Lic Mental Health Counselor
• Lic Marriage & Family Therapist
• Driver’s License

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