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Mental Health Therapist

Emory Valley Center
Oak Ridge, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 8/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/19/2026
Description

  • CLASSIFICATION: Fulltime, Exempt
  • PAY: $55,000 annually / $26.44 hourly (BOE)
  • BENEFITS INCLUDE: Medical, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off (PTO), Retirement Plan, and more!

Position Purpose

Join our dedicated team at Emory Valley Center (EVC) as a Mental Health Therapist, where you will play a vital role in delivering compassionate, person-centered clinical services that make a meaningful difference in people's lives. We are committed to fostering a supportive environment that values individual needs and promotes recovery and well-being. If you are passionate about mental health care and thrive in a dynamic, client-focused setting, we invite you to apply and become part of our mission-driven organization.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

  • Ensure the accuracy, quality, and timeliness of all clinical documentation in accordance with Managed Care Organization (MCO) requirements, payer expectations, Emory Valley Center policies, and applicable licensing or accrediting entities.
  • Perform initial and ongoing clinical assessments to identify mental health, behavioral, emotional, psychosocial, and functional needs of individuals receiving services within the scope of licensure and supervision.
  • Develop, review, and update individualized treatment plans, Plan of Care (POC) goals, therapeutic interventions, and measurable outcomes aligned with each person’s Person-Centered Support Plan (PCSP) and identified needs.
  • Conduct individual, group, and/or family counseling sessions using evidence-based practices to support clients' mental health and emotional well-being.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, families, and caregivers to ensure comprehensive and coordinated care.
  • Maintain compliance with all regulatory and organizational standards related to clinical practice and documentation.

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • Master’s degree in social sciences with an emphasis in psychology, counseling, social work, or other related fields (must be willing to obtain related board licensure).
  • Must have a valid Tennessee driver’s license with a good driving record.
  • Duties may require occasional after-hours work and travel to organizational sites.
  • Required training/certifications provided by the organization including CPR/First Aid.

Key Behaviors For Success

  • Confidentiality is required - confidentiality agreement signed upon hiring.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy while creating a welcoming and professional environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills and high emotional intelligence.
  • Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Highly proficient computer skills with Microsoft Office Suite Products (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), web-based systems, programs, or platforms.
  • Ability to create a welcoming and professional environment.
  • Meticulous attention to detail.

Benefits

  • Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
  • Free TextCare & Employee Assistance Program with Enhanced Behavioral Health
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Life Insurance
  • Referral Program
  • Gym Membership and more!

If you're interested in applying or learning more about Emory Valley Center, please apply via the provided links or contact us at HR@evcmail.org.

Emory Valley is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Center to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Salary : $55,000

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