Top 73 School social workers Jobs in Tennessee

Sevier County School Based Mental Health Liaiso
Helen Ross McNabb Center —Knoxville, TN
- $52,274 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Background check
- Classroom
12d
School Based Behavioral Health Liaison
Volunteer Behavioral Health Care System —Manchester, TN
- $38,000 - $50,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Mid-level
- Children
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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11d
School Social Worker- 10 Month
Memphis Shelby County Schools —Memphis, TN
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Master of Social Work
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
2026-27 Social Worker (Middle School)
Freedom Preparatory Academy Charter Schools —Memphis, TN
- $47,500 - $67,500 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Master of Social Work
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
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Social Worker.School I
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools —Nashville, TN
- From $53,610.04 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Master of Social Work
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
School Social Work Lead
Hamilton County Department Of Education —Chattanooga, TN
- Full-time
- School experience
- Mid-level
- 3 years
Social Worker.I LSSW
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools —Nashville, TN
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Mid-level
Advocacy Case Manager
Hamilton County Department Of Education —Chattanooga, TN
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Case management
6d
Social Worker.School I (Interim SY 2026 - 2027)
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools —Nashville, TN
- From $53,610.04 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Master of Social Work
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Social Worker
Hamilton County Department Of Education —Ooltewah, TN
- Part-time
- Master of Social Work
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Mid-level
School Social Worker (Licensed)
Memphis Business Academy —Memphis, TN
- Full-time
- School experience
- Master of Social Work
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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School Counselor, Compliance & Student Engagement - Tennessee Connections Academy
Connections Education —White House, TN
- Evenings as needed
- Remote
- School experience
- Google Workspace
- Mid-level
Spec.Immigrant Youth Transition
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools —Nashville, TN
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- High school
- English
- Flexible schedule
Social Worker.Reintegration Support (Part-Time 2026 - 2027)
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools —Nashville, TN
- Part-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
Military and Family Life School Counselor
Magellan Health —Clarksville, TN
- $59,922 - $100,280 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Computer literacy
- English
Social Worker.I LSSW - (Interim SY 2026 - 2027)
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools —Nashville, TN
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Master of Social Work
Program Director 1- Middle School Operations
YMCA of Memphis & the Mid-South —Cordova, TN
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Education
11d
Social Worker I LSSW - Overton High (2026-2027)
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools —Nashville, TN
- From $53,610.04 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Master's degree
School-Based Therapist (Davidson County)
Centerstone of Tennessee, Inc. —Nashville, TN
- $42,300 - $46,700 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Computer literacy
- Urgent Care
- 403(b) matching
- Health savings account
Quick Apply
6d
Social Worker.I LSSW Part-Time (2026 - 2027)
Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools —Nashville, TN
- Part-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Master of Social Work

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Sevier County School Based Mental Health Liaiso

Helen Ross McNabb Center -
Knoxville, TN

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Job Details

Full-time
$52,274 a year
12 days ago

Qualifications

Crisis stabilization techniques
Computer operation
CPR Certification
Electronic health records (EHR) management
Computer literacy
Employee relationship building
De-escalation support in education
Master's degree
Driver's License
Experience working with children
Cultural competency
Collaboration with other professionals for student support
Master's degree in human services
Working with families
Working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds
Computer skills

Full Job Description

Sevier County School Based Mental Health Liaiso

Help Others, Make a Difference, Save a Life.

Do you want to make a difference in people's lives every day?
Or help people navigate the tough spots in their life?
And do it all while working where your hard work is appreciated?

You have a lot of choices in where you work…make the decision to work where you are valued!

Join the McNabb Center Team as the Sevier County School Based Mental Health Liaison today!

The Sevier County School Based Mental Health Liaison

The School Based Mental Health Liaison (SBMHL) program provides direct mental health services in the Sevier County school system.
Liaisons will provide individual consultation to teachers and assist them in structuring classrooms to enhance the learning environment for children whose risk of developing an emotional, behavioral, or substance abuse problem is significantly higher than average or children who have minimal but detectable signs or symptoms foreshadowing a disorder.
Liaisons will provide training and education to teachers, school staff, and students to promote healthy learning environments.
Liaisons will work closely with families and assist in the development of Individualized Education Plans (IEP). Liaisons will also provide direct services to identified students.
Liaisons will demonstrate knowledge and competency in mental health service provision and leadership.

1. Provides all services to insure successful implementation of Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services grant.

Conducts individual, family, and group counseling.
Provides advocacy, linkage, and referral services as needed.
Provides mental health assessments and evaluations.
Participates in IEP and other school related meetings.
Provides parent, school or school staff training.
Interfaces professionally with school personnel and other agencies
Conducts group sessions with children and/or parents.
Interfaces professionally with school personnel and provides therapeutic support.

2. Maintain HRMC and CARF documentation standards

Maintains appropriate chart records that reflect both HRMC and CARF standards.
Completes all documentation in a timely manner.
Upholds center policy and procedures, and CARF standards.
Maintains adequate record keeping ensuring all grant reporting requirements are met in a timely manner.

3. Meet all productivity standards

Maintain active caseload of individual therapy clients.
Completes assessments within two weeks once all paperwork is completed for school-based services.

4. Demonstrate and maintain a positive work climate and overall team effort.

Demonstrate consideration and concern for fellow co-workers and their job responsibilities.
Promote harmonious relationships by openly communicating any concerns, keeping a positive attitude and helping others.
Accepting additional assignments and responsibilities with a positive attitude.

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive; and employee will also perform other reasonable related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. This organization reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. Management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job duties, or working schedules for programmatic needs. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.

COMPENSATION:

Starting salary for this position is approximately $52,274 /yr based on relevant experience and education.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday 8am-5pm

Travel:

Potential travel required to family homes to provide therapy services or meet families out in the community.

Equipment/Technology:

Basic computer skills are required for email, timekeeping, and documentation in the electronic medical record.

QUALIFICATIONS - Sevier County School Based Mental Health Liaison

Education:

Must have a Master's Degree in a human services field such as counselor or social work.

Experience / Knowledge:

Must have a Master's Degree in a human services field such as counselor or social work. Must have two (2) years' experience working with children with emotional or behavioral problems, or two (2) years of experience with adolescent substance use/abuse prevention, or a combination of the two.
Applicants should have experience leading groups and trainings.
In addition, applicants should have course work in the areas of cultural diversity, human development, etiology and treatment of mental illness, alcohol and drug abuse, physical and sexual abuse, trauma, suicide and learning disorders.
This person will either possess experience or training in the Re-Education Philosophy or will acquire such training in the course of employment.
Licensed or licensed eligible.
Ability to effectively and ethically counsel children and families.
Ability to present professionally and work within a team format to plan, implement, and evaluate successful interventions.
Ability to effectively run and process groups with children and families.
Ability to work within a team format to meet positive goals for children and interface with other agencies involved in the ecology of the family.
Must have mental ability to exercise sound judgment under pressure.
Ability to exercise sound judgment and effective decision-making, ability to set and demonstrate appropriate boundaries, ability to be an empathic listener, flexibility, willingness, and adaptability to working with diverse populations.
Must also have the ability to communicate effectively and possess good time management and organizational skills.

Physical:

Exposure to biological hazards.
Hearing of normal and soft tones.
Close eye work.
Must possess a valid Tennessee driver's license.
Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping may be required.
Computer work involving frequent usage of hands, fingers, and wrists.
This position requires certification in and adequate implementation of verbal and physical de-escalation techniques that include a wide range of bodily movements including but not limited to grasping, holding another person, going down on knees, running, and walking.
This position requires becoming certified in CPR.

Location:

Sevier County, Tennessee

Apply today to work where we care about you as an employee and where your hard work makes a difference!

Helen Ross McNabb Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

Helen Ross McNabb Center conducts background checks, driver's license record, degree verification, and drug screens at hire. Employment is contingent upon clean drug screen, background check, and driving record. Additionally, certain programs are subject to TB Screening and/or testing. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply.

Compensation details: 52274-52274 Yearly Salary

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