Outpatient Therapist social work or counseling

Overview

RIDGEVIEW, a not-for-profit community mental health center, has an immediate opening for a social work or counseling Outpatient Therapist at our Harriman, TN location. This position is suitable for an early career therapist seeking experience across a broad population range and supervision for LCSW or LPC-MHSP licensure.

RIDGEVIEW has been named a 2025 Top Workplace by Knoxville News Sentinel. Ridgeview is a not-for-profit, equal opportunity employer that values staff who are dedicated to improving people’s lives.

Responsible for the delivery of outpatient clinical services consisting of assessment, diagnosis, and treatment, including psychotherapy and consultation with other disciplines.

• Facilitate the awareness, growth, and psychological development of the client
• Build rapport with the client through empathic listening, caring, and warmth
• Be authentic, genuine, and transparent
• Play a significant role in resolving serious issues and conflicts within the family
• Encourage and motivate individuals to tackle their mental health and behavioral problems effectively
• Provide a safe environment and establish a warm, comfortable therapeutic culture
• Work toward licensure as LCSW, LPC-MHSP, or LMFT if not already licensed

• Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or counseling

Ridgeview offers a full line of benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Long-Term Disability, Holiday Pay, Vacation and Sick Leave, Life Insurance and Wellness Plan. Ridgeview is an approved National Health Service Corps site with student loan repayment for qualified behavioral health and primary health care providers including LCSW, LPC-MHSP, and LMFT.

Ridgeview is an equal opportunity employer. Background checks,Motor Vehicle Records, License/Degree Verification, and Drug Screens are conducted loyment is contingent upon a clean drug screen, background check, and driving record.