300+ Social Services & Counseling Jobs in Nashville, TN

Every active opening we track in this market, read alongside the hiring conditions, pay, and employer demand from our September 2026 report.

321 active openings in Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN, published within the last 30 days, across 108 employers. 9 were published in the last 48 hours and 98 in the last 7 days. As of October 17, 2026.

Full September 2026 market report

Advertised pay

Across the 192 openings that disclose pay, the advertised range midpoint runs $63,440 at the 25th percentile, $85,000 at the median and $90,000 at the 75th. These are advertised ranges, not earned pay.

Active openings as of October 17, 2026

Senior roles | Entry level | Remote | Posted this week

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Physical Therapist PRN Days

Williamson Health | Franklin, Tennessee, United States

Prn | On-site | Posted 2026-10-16

Williamson Health is a regional healthcare system offering comprehensive medical services across multiple locations in Tennessee.

To organize and conduct physical therapy programs in acute, subacute, and outpatient settings to restore function and prevent disability.

Social Worker

TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center | Smyrna, Tennessee, United States

Full-time | On-site | Posted 2026-10-16

TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center is a 119-bed hospital affiliated with HCA Healthcare, providing comprehensive medical care for adults and...

The role involves conducting biopsychosocial assessments, crisis intervention, discharge planning, and coordinating care for patients and families in inpatient and outpatient settings.

Therapist.Physical

Metropolitan Nashville Public Schools | Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Full-time | On-site | $63,433 yearly | Posted 2026-10-16

Metro Nashville Public Schools educates over 80,000 students in Nashville, Tennessee.

Provide physical therapy to students in special education programs, assess needs, and monitor progress.

ADHD Summer Treatment Program Staff

Currey Ingram | Brentwood, Tennessee, United States

Contract | On-site | Posted 2026-10-16

Currey Ingram Academy is a co-ed, college-preparatory Junior K-12 day school and 9-12 boarding school that empowers students with learning d...

Staff members lead recreational and academic activities for children with ADHD in a therapeutic program.

Telephonic Nurse Case Manager

Berkley Medical Management Solutions | Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Full-time | On-site | $75,000 - $88,000 yearly | Posted 2026-10-15

Berkley Medical Management Solutions provides managed-care services for W.R. Berkley Corporation to facilitate injured workers' return to wo...

Coordinate medical case management and facilitate return-to-work outcomes for injured workers through clinical assessment and care coordination.

Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem NIGHTS

Select Medical | Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Internship | On-site | $38 hourly | Posted 2026-10-15

Select Medical is one of the nation's largest providers of specialized post-acute care, including long-term acute care, inpatient medical re...

Provide respiratory care and treatment planning to critically ill patients in a critical illness recovery hospital setting.

Outpatient Physical Therapist

Upstream Rehabilitation Inc. | Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Full-time | On-site | $78,000 - $95,000 yearly | Posted 2026-10-15

Upstream Rehabilitation is a leading national provider of outpatient physical and occupational therapy services.

Develop individualized, evidence-based care plans for patients and deliver high-quality, outcomes-driven therapy in an outpatient orthopedic setting.

Outpatient Physical Therapist

Results PT | Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Full-time | On-site | $78,000 - $95,000 yearly | Posted 2026-10-15

Results Physiotherapy provides personalized physical therapy and rehabilitation services across multiple states.

Develop individualized, evidence-based care plans and deliver high-quality, outcomes-driven therapy in an outpatient orthopedic setting.

Physical Therapist (Patterson Street)

Star Physical Therapy, LLC | Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Full-time | On-site | Posted 2026-10-15

STAR Physical Therapy is a multi-location healthcare provider offering physical therapy, sports medicine, and industrial rehabilitation care...

Conduct physical therapy evaluations, develop treatment plans, and supervise support staff in a clinical setting.

Respiratory Therapist - Per Diem NIGHTS

Select Specialty Hospitals | Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Prn | On-site | $38 hourly | Posted 2026-10-15

Select Specialty Hospital - Nashville West provides critical illness recovery and rehabilitation services.

Provide respiratory care and treatment plans to critically ill patients in a hospital setting.

Lead Case Rdy L004 - B Shift (INT)

Tyson Foods | Goodlettsville, Tennessee, United States

Full-time | On-site | $24 hourly | Posted 2026-10-15

Tyson Foods, Inc. is a globally recognized leader in protein production, serving customers with chicken, beef, and pork products.

Assist the supervisor in coordinating daily department responsibilities, ensuring instructions are communicated and carried out timely and correctly.

Physical Therapist

Reliant Rehabilitation | Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Prn | On-site | $55 - $60 hourly | Posted 2026-10-14

Reliant Rehabilitation provides patient-centered physical, occupational, and speech therapy services across the United States.

Delivers high-quality therapy services to patients, supervises PTAs and Rehab Techs, and manages treatment plans in alignment with industry standards.

Case Management Coord II (RN)

CareAllies, Inc. | Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Full-time | Remote | $69,800 - $125,900 yearly | Posted 2026-10-14

CareAllies provides care coordination and management services to physician organizations.

Coordinate discharge and treatment plans for patients through telephonic outreach and physician consultation.

Outpatient Internal Travel Physical Therapist - Tennessee

Select Physical Therapy | Springfield, Tennessee, United States

Full-time | On-site | $90,000 - $135,000 yearly | Posted 2026-10-14

Select Physical Therapy is a nationally prominent provider of outpatient physical rehabilitation services.

A full-time physical therapist role involving patient evaluation, treatment, and documentation within diverse outpatient settings.

Physical Therapist - Full-time

Select Specialty Hospitals | Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Full-time | On-site | $40 - $57.50 hourly | Posted 2026-10-14

Select Specialty Hospitals is a critical illness recovery hospital providing world-class inpatient post-ICU services.

Perform patient assessments, develop treatment plans, supervise therapy assistants and students, and participate in discharge planning.

Physical Therapist - Per Diem

Select Specialty Hospitals | Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Full-time | On-site | $6,000 yearly | Posted 2026-10-14

Select Specialty Hospital provides critical illness recovery services for patients requiring extended healing and recovery.

A role involving patient assessment, treatment planning, and supervision of therapy assistants and students in a hospital setting.

Physical Therapist - PRN - Outpatient

Select Physical Therapy | Mount Juliet, Tennessee, United States

Prn | On-site | $50 - $55 hourly | Posted 2026-10-14

Select Physical Therapy is part of the Select Medical Outpatient Division, a nationally prominent provider of outpatient physical rehabilita...

A PRN Physical Therapist role focused on delivering rehabilitation services in an outpatient orthopedic setting.

Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant (COTA)

Life Care Centers of America | Old Hickory, Tennessee, United States

Full-time | On-site | Posted 2026-10-14

Life Care Centers of America is a privately owned healthcare company operating skilled nursing, post-acute, and senior living campuses acros...

Provides direct rehabilitation care to patients under the supervision of a licensed Occupational Therapist in accordance with Life Care standards.

Registered Occupational Therapist (OT)

Life Care Centers of America | Old Hickory, Tennessee, United States

Full-time | On-site | Posted 2026-10-14

Life Care Centers of America is a privately owned company operating skilled nursing, post-acute, and senior living campuses across the Unite...

Provide direct rehabilitation care to patients based on physician referrals and implement treatment plans in a post-acute care facility.

Outpatient Physical Therapist - Part Time/PRN

Results PT | Kingston Springs, Tennessee, United States

Part-time | On-site | $50 - $55 hourly | Posted 2026-10-14

Results Physiotherapy provides personalized physical therapy and rehabilitation services across 250+ clinics.

Provide outpatient orthopedic physical therapy services to patients while developing individualized care plans.

Outpatient Physical Therapist - Part Time/PRN

Upstream Rehabilitation Inc. | Kingston Springs, Tennessee, United States

Part-time | On-site | $40 - $55 hourly | Posted 2026-10-14

Upstream Rehabilitation is a leading national provider of outpatient physical and occupational therapy services.

Provide PRN or part-time coverage in outpatient orthopedic physical therapy while developing individualized, evidence-based care plans for patients.

Outpatient Physical Therapist - Float

Upstream Rehabilitation Inc. | Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Full-time | On-site | $80,000 - $95,000 yearly | Posted 2026-10-14

Upstream Rehabilitation is a leading national provider of outpatient physical and occupational therapy services.

Provide regular float coverage across multiple clinic locations in Nashville, TN while developing individualized, evidence-based care plans for patients.

Outpatient Physical Therapist - Float

Results PT | Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Full-time | On-site | $80,000 - $95,000 yearly | Posted 2026-10-14

Results Physiotherapy provides personalized physical therapy and rehabilitation services across multiple clinics.

Provide regular float coverage across multiple clinic locations in Nashville, TN while developing individualized, evidence-based care plans for patients.

Outpatient Physical Therapist - Float

Upstream Rehabilitation Inc. | Hendersonville, Tennessee, United States

Full-time | On-site | $80,000 - $95,000 yearly | Posted 2026-10-14

Upstream Rehabilitation is a leading national provider of outpatient physical and occupational therapy services.

Provide regular float coverage across multiple clinic locations and develop individualized, evidence-based care plans for patients.

Outpatient Physical Therapist - Float

Results PT | Hendersonville, Tennessee, United States

Full-time | On-site | $80,000 - $95,000 yearly | Posted 2026-10-14

Results Physiotherapy provides personalized physical therapy and rehabilitation services across multiple clinics.

Provide regular float coverage across multiple clinic locations and develop individualized, evidence-based care plans for patients.

Outpatient Physical Therapist - PRN

Upstream Rehabilitation Inc. | Goodlettsville, Tennessee, United States

Prn | On-site | $50 - $55 hourly | Posted 2026-10-14

Upstream Rehabilitation is a leading national provider of outpatient physical and occupational therapy services.

Provide PRN coverage and develop evidence-based care plans for patients in an outpatient orthopedic setting.

Outpatient Physical Therapist - PRN

Results PT | Goodlettsville, Tennessee, United States

Prn | On-site | $50 - $55 hourly | Posted 2026-10-14

Results Physiotherapy provides personalized physical therapy and rehabilitation services across multiple states.

Provide PRN coverage and develop evidence-based care plans for patients in an outpatient orthopedic setting.

Nashville - Davidson County - Occupational Therapist (OT) - School-Based - Sign on Bonus — Nashville, TN

Thrive Therapies Group | Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Full-time | On-site | $62,000 - $65,100 yearly | Posted 2026-10-14

Thrive Therapies Group provides services and tools to support children's development, well-being, and health.

Support K-12 students in school-based settings by conducting evaluations, developing IEP goals, and providing occupational therapy services.

Nashville - Davidson County - Occupational Therapist (OT) - School-Based - Sign on Bonus — Nashville, TN - Contract

Thrive Therapies Group | Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Contract | On-site | $60 - $70 hourly | Posted 2026-10-14

Thrive Therapies provides services and tools to support children's development, well-being, and health.

Support K-12 students in school-based settings by conducting evaluations, developing IEP goals, and providing occupational therapy services.

Clinical Social Worker

AdamsPlace | Nashville, Tennessee, United States

Full-time | $40,000 - $60,000 yearly | Posted 2026-10-14

Lakeshore Meadows is a senior living community affiliated with National HealthCare Corporation.

A social worker role focused on case management, care planning, and advocacy for patients within a long-term care setting.

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What our analysts see this month

Competitive market | next 3-6 months

Nashville is still a viable market for social services, counseling, and community work, but it is not an easy one. Metro unemployment was 3.1% in August 2026, Nashville education and health services employment was 186.7 thousand and up 2.3575% year over year, and recent local hiring was spread across more than 40 companies rather than one dominant employer. The catch is that statewide, Revelio Public Labor Statistics shows Tennessee employment in this occupation family up 1.8% year over year in September 2026 while active postings were down 7.8%, which usually means more competition per opening and more selective screening.

Best positioned: Candidates with Tennessee social-work licensure, hospital-style case management experience, and strong crisis intervention, documentation, and patient assessment skills have the best odds, especially if they are open to on-site work in healthcare settings.

Main caution: Do not assume remote counseling-style work is common here; about 75% of local postings are on-site and about 5% are remote.

From the September 2026 market report

Who is hiring here

Counted across all 321 openings in this market. 10 of the employers below are hiring for more than one role right now.

Results PT: 53 open roles
Upstream Rehabilitation Inc.: 52 open roles
Vanderbilt: 17 open roles
Star Physical Therapy, LLC: 11 open roles
Rehab Without Walls: 6 open roles
Saint Thomas Behavioral: 6 open roles
Tennessee: 6 open roles
Ascension: 5 open roles
Select Specialty Hospitals: 5 open roles
Uhs: 5 open roles

Where the openings are

Nashville: 179
Franklin: 25
Hendersonville: 21
Smyrna: 13
Brentwood: 12
Ashland City: 10
Goodlettsville: 9
Mount Juliet: 8

Work arrangement

on-site 280 (90%), hybrid 23 (7%), remote 9 (3%)

Where the demand is

Real opportunity is concentrated far more in healthcare-linked settings than in classic stand-alone nonprofit work. In the recent local posting sample, healthcare accounted for about 50% of category demand and hospitals and health care another about 35%, while education was only about 5%. The most consistently active named employers were Uhs, Vanderbilt, AOSW, SSWR, incorporated, TriStar Centennial Medical Center, and TriStar Summit Medical Center, and the skill mix leans hospital-flavored: case management, crisis intervention, patient assessment, documentation, and discharge planning. A second pocket sits in public and community-serving programs rather than pure therapy practices. Metro Social Services publicly highlighted field case managers in September, and Nashville-area senior centers were included in a statewide grant round that can fund programming and operating costs. That does not guarantee a surge of openings, but it does suggest recurring need in family assistance, aging services, outreach, and referral-heavy roles.

Hospitals and health systems (high): Healthcare and hospitals together make up about 85% of the recent local posting mix, making this the clearest concentration of demand.
Public, family, and aging services (moderate): Recent Metro Social Services activity and grant support for Nashville-area senior centers point to continued need in community-facing assistance and program roles.
Education-linked support roles (limited): Education represented only about 5% of the recent posting mix, so it is a smaller target than healthcare or public-service pathways.

Where to focus: Start with on-site hospital and health-system roles, then add public child/family and aging-services employers as your second wave.

Roles worth searching next

Patient navigator: It uses referral coordination, documentation, client communication, and system-navigation strengths without requiring the full breadth of counseling duties.
Utilization review or care coordination coordinator: This path is close to assessment, discharge planning, and cross-team case management work.
Program operations coordinator: Community-program experience translates well into scheduling, reporting, intake flow, and grant-supported service delivery.
Benefits or eligibility specialist: Resource navigation, intake, and policy explanation overlap strongly with social-service casework.

What postings ask for

Tennessee LMSW or equivalent state social-work licensure (table_stakes | immediate): The most common named license in local postings is lic-licensed master social worker - Tennessee, appearing in about 10% of postings that list certifications. Who: MSW holders targeting hospital, child/family, or community social-work roles.
Case management (table_stakes | immediate): Case management shows up in about 55% of local postings, making it the single strongest repeat signal in the market. Who: Almost everyone in this category, especially entry-level and mid-career applicants.
Crisis intervention (table_stakes | immediate): Crisis intervention appears in about 40% of local postings, so it clearly moves you out of the generic-applicant pile. Who: Candidates pursuing behavioral-health, hospital, child/family, or community-response work.
Clinical documentation and EHR workflow (differentiator | immediate): Documentation and clinical documentation each appear in about 20% of local postings, and EHR proficiency is also flagged as in demand locally. Who: Career switchers and early-career applicants who need to prove they can operate in regulated settings.
Patient assessment and discharge planning (differentiator | near-term): Patient assessment appears in about 25% of local postings and discharge planning in about 15%, which fits the market's strong hospital concentration. Who: Applicants targeting Vanderbilt, TriStar, Uhs, or similar health-system roles.
CPR (differentiator | near-term): CPR appears in about 5% of local postings that list certifications, which is not universal but can help in hospital and community-facing roles. Who: Entry-level applicants and anyone targeting direct client-contact positions.

Questions about this market

What do Social Services, Counseling & Community roles pay in Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN?

Observed government wage data puts Nashville community and social service work at $27.65 per hour mean in May 2025, with the broader SOC 21-0000 family at a $53,980 median, $45,550 at the 25th percentile, and $65,100 at the 75th percentile. Proxy subrole estimates suggest local healthcare social work pays higher at about $65,040 median, compared with about $55,630 for child, family, and school social work and about $48,630 for mental health and substance abuse social work. This is a moderate-pay Nashville market. Local category pay sits below the metrowide all-occupation mean of $31.92 per hour and below the national mean for this occupation family of $63,410 per year, so the field is mission-driven first and financially strongest in specialized settings.

Where is demand for Social Services, Counseling & Community roles in Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN concentrated?

Which employers are hiring the most Social Services, Counseling & Community talent in Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN?

Recent postings show the most activity from Uhs (10 postings), Vanderbilt (5 postings), AOSW (5 postings). See the full market report for the complete employer landscape.

Can Social Services, Counseling & Community roles in Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN be done remotely?

Of recent postings, 5% are remote and 15% hybrid, with 75% on-site. Use the Remote filter above to see only remote openings.

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