Clinical Mental Health Counselor/Therapist Supervisor (School-Based) - Chattanooga, TN

At Thrive Therapies, we place licensed mental health professionals in K-12 schools across under-resourced communities, because we believe every student deserves access to expert, compassionate support. As a School-Based Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor , you’ll play a pivotal leadership role in ensuring high-quality, compliant, and effective mental health services for students across Chattanooga-area schools. We’re a mission-driven team partnering directly with schools to bring trauma-informed, evidence-based care into the school day - where it can change outcomes fastest. This is more than a supervisory position: it’s an opportunity to shape clinical practice, mentor emerging clinicians, and strengthen school partnerships , all while helping build a growing, mission-driven organization. Compensation & Benefits 1099: Starting at $50/hr, commensurate with experience, 3 days a week (24 hours) School-year schedule with holidays and breaks aligned to partner districts Professional development and leadership growth opportunities Supportive administrative infrastructure so you can focus on clinical leadership What You’ll Do Clinical Supervision & Leadership Provide high-quality clinical supervision to school-based mental health counselors (individuals pursuing or maintaining licensure) Ensure ethical, evidence-based clinical practice aligned with Tennessee licensure standards and best practices Support clinicians with case consultation, risk assessment, crisis response guidance, and treatment planning Model strong clinical judgment and professional boundaries in school settings Medicaid Billing Oversight & Compliance Oversee Medicaid-aligned service delivery and documentation for school-based mental health services Ensure clinicians understand and adhere to: Insurance-eligible services (including Medicaid) and medical necessity standards Proper session structure, progress notes, and treatment plans Timely and accurate documentation requirements Sign off on all Insurance claims for individuals under your purview who are not yet fully licensed. Review clinical documentation to support clean claims, audit readiness, and compliance Partner with Thrive’s billing and administrative teams to: Address denials, corrections, and documentation gaps Support continuous improvement in reimbursement processes Align clinical practice with payer requirements without compromising care quality Provide training and ongoing guidance to clinicians on Medicaid/Private Insurance billing expectations in school-based settings Quality, Compliance & Documentation Oversee clinical documentation to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with: Tennessee licensing requirements, Medicaid/Private Insurance and payer standards (where applicable) School-based service expectations Support audit readiness and continuous improvement efforts School & Community Partnership Collaborate with school administrators, counselors, and support staff to ensure seamless integration of mental health services Provide consultation and guidance on school-based mental health best practices Support positive, solution-oriented relationships with families and caregivers Team Development & Culture Mentor clinicians through reflective supervision, feedback, and professional development Contribute to Thrive’s culture of accountability, growth, and mission alignment Support onboarding and training of new mental health staff Partner with Thrive leadership on program development and service expansion in the Chattanooga region What We’re Looking For Required Qualifications Active, unrestricted Tennessee licensure (LPC-MHSP, LCSW, LMFT, or Psychologist) Meets Tennessee requirements to provide clinical supervision Minimum 5+ years of clinical experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role Experience working with children and adolescents Familiarity with Medicaid/Private Insurance billing and documentation requirements Preferred Experience School-based or community mental health experience Experience supervising early-career clinicians or provisionally licensed providers Comfort operating in fast-paced, collaborative environments Why Mental Health Counselor Leaders Choose Thrive In-person, school-embedded roles with decision-making authority Partnership with school leaders to shape services, schedules, and caseloads Direct access to Thrive’s clinical and operational leadership—your perspective informs decisions Ongoing support with lots of autonomy A culture of belonging where leaders are trusted, visible, and heard $50 - $60 an hour #J-18808-Ljbffr Rival