Counselor - Advocate - Specialist (HS/Equivalent or ...

Counselor - Advocate - Specialist (HS/Equivalent or Bachelor's) Claiborne, Cocke, Hamblen, & SevierNow Hiring: Counselors, Advocates, Specialists & Peer Support StaffEducation Level: High School Diploma, Equivalent, or Bachelor's DegreeLocation: Claiborne, Cocke, Hamblen, & Sevier Counties, TennesseeStart Your Career with Purpose - Join the McNabb Center Today!We've been waiting for someone like you! If you're ready to make a real impact in your community and begin or grow your career in mental health and social services, the McNabb Center offers a wide variety of rewarding opportunities in East Tennessee.We are currently accepting applications for full-time, part-time, and PRN (as-needed) positions for those with a high school diploma, GED, or bachelor's degree.Counselors & Advocates (Non-Residential)Starting Pay: $16.71/ hour (based on education and experience)Key Responsibilities:Provide advocacy, referral, linkage to services, and ongoing follow-up based on client goalsSupport child development, family well-being, child abuse prevention, and victim recoveryConduct home visits, help clients navigate services, and maintain documentationExamples of Positions:Outreach AdvocateEducation Requirement: High School diploma or Bachelor's degree (varies by position)Peer Support SpecialistsStarting Pay: $17.40 / hour (increased pay for Certified Peer Recovery Specialists)Key Responsibilities:Use lived experience with mental health or substance use to support others in recoveryLead groups, provide mentorship, and promote client empowermentWork in collaboration with clinical teams to deliver recovery-focused servicesExamples of Positions:CSU Peer Support WorkerEducation Requirement: High School diploma or equivalentApplicants must be a primary mental health or substance use consumer in recovery.Residential CounselorsStarting Pay:HS/Equivalent: $16.71/ hourBachelor's Level: $18.79 / hourKey Responsibilities:Provide direct care in 24/7 staffed residential treatment programsMonitor client safety, conduct intakes, facilitate psychoeducational groupsPerform safety checks, maintain client belongings, and promote a therapeutic environmentWork shift-based schedules including evenings, nights, weekends, and holidaysShift Differentials: Available for 2nd and 3rd shiftsExamples of Facilities:CSU Residential CounselorsEducation Requirement: High School diploma or Bachelor's degreeCustomer Service & Benefits SpecialistStarting Pay: Approximately $16.61 / hour (based on education and experience)Key Responsibilities:sServe as the first point of contact for calls to Outpatient ServicesManage clinic schedules and provide appointment remindersSupport staff in maintaining productivity and compliance with proceduresMaintain and update medical charts, scan records, and manage intake logsVerify client insurance, co-pays, and benefits documentation within EMR systemsEducation Requirement: High School diploma or equivalentGeneral Requirements & Additional InformationDriver's license and reliable personal transportation required for most rolesF-Endorsement license may be required for positions involving client transportPRN (as-needed) positions available for flexibilitySalaries are based on education, experience, certification, and client population servedYou may be contacted by a McNabb hiring manager via email, phone, or text-please monitor your inbox and voicemails carefullyAvailable Locations:Claiborne County, TNCocke County, TNHamblen County, TNSevier County, TNApply today and help us continue our mission of "Improving the lives of the people we serve."Your career in behavioral health and social services starts here!EOE 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.Job Description This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; and employee will also perform other reasonably 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. Moreover, management reserves the right to change job descriptions, job duties, or working schedules based on their duty to accommodate individuals with disabilities. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.Background Checks 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.PIb07-1752

Created: 2025-10-21