Mental Health Counselor Smyrna, TN

Mental Health Counselor – 2025–2026 School Year

Full Time, 1099 Contract | School-Based | Tennessee (On-Site)

You became a counselor to make an impact—let’s make that impact where it matters most.

At Thrive Therapies, we place licensed mental health professionals like you in K–12 schools across under-resourced communities, because we believe every student deserves access to expert, compassionate support. We’re not your typical healthcare company. We’re a mission-driven team committed to an employee‑first culture and a powerful community of educators, providers, and change‑makers.

• Caseloads designed for quality, not overload
• Support from licensed clinical leads
• Ten paid hours annually toward licensure
• Predictable & consistent school‑based hours
• Collaborative IEP and student support teams
• A shared resource library (no need to start from scratch!)
• 30+ paid days off (including school breaks)
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 12 weeks fully paid parental leave (after 1 year)
• Referral & performance bonus eligibility

• Master’s degree in Clinical Counseling or Social Work
• LMSW for Social Workers; applicable license for Mental Health Counselors
• Successful background check before employment begins
• K–12 school‑based experience preferred
• Commitment to culturally responsive care and educational equity
• Bonus points for fluency in a global language (Spanish, Somali, or Arabic)

1099:
Starting at $32/hour

We center you, the provider. Whether you’re leading a small counseling group, partnering with a teacher on classroom strategies, or helping a student navigate trauma, we’re here to help you thrive. We work shoulder‑to‑shoulder with our counselors and school partners to make sure you’re supported, respected, and never alone.

We’re actively interviewing for the 2025–2026 school year. Apply today and let’s build a role that fits you.