Centerstone·Nashville, Tennessee
The Behavior Coach provides social-emotional learning and behavioral interventions for students with severe emotional and behavioral issues in a special day treatment setting. Responsibilities include conducting group sessions, managing mental health crises, and collaborating with school staff and families to support student success.
Centerstone is among the nation’s leading nonprofit behavioral health systems with thousands of employees dedicated to delivering care that changes people’s lives. A dynamic, well-established organization, we offer rewarding opportunities to serve all ages in a variety of settings. Come talk to us about joining the Centerstone team!
Join our team as a Behavior Coach for the 2026–2027 school year, with onboarding and school-year start-up activities beginning in late July. This position is ideal for individuals who enjoy making a meaningful impact in the lives of students while benefiting from a school-based schedule that provides time off during summer months.
Compensation begins at $19.50 per hour and may increase to $21.53 per hour, based on relevant post-bachelor's degree experience. As a Behavior Coach, you will partner with students, families, educators, and behavioral health professionals to support student success, promote positive behavioral outcomes, and help create a supportive learning environment.
If you are passionate about helping children and adolescents thrive both academically and emotionally, we encourage you to apply and become part of a team dedicated to strengthening schools and communities.
The Severe Behavior Intervention Behavior Coach serves students at Murrell Special Day Treatment School.
All students are under the Exceptional Education umbrella and are covered under an Individual Educational Plan (IEP).
These students have severe emotional and behavioral problems that have affected their ability to be maintained in a mainstream school setting.
Behavior Coaches work in the classroom setting alongside Metro school staff to develop behavioral interventions and incentives, assist in crisis, and work to assist in the success of each student.
Group sessions are also conducted by each behavior coach a minimum of twice a week.
This position requires a collaborative approach with school staff and a teamwork attitude.
This is a 10 month positon that requires a Bachelor’s degree in mental health, psychology, social work, criminal justice or other behavioral health related fields.
The preference is that applicants have experience working with children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral needs.
We are seeking applicants with a strong work ethic and a professional attitude that have a passion for working with children and youth.
Bachelor’s degree required. Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Criminal Justice or other behavioral health care field preferred.
Years of Experience
Experience with working with children and teens on mental health issues is preferred.
Must be able to be trained in Physical Containments. Must possess a valid driver's license and meet eligibility requirements to be covered under the organization's vehicle insurance policy.
Physical requirements: Standing –50%
Sitting – 50% ( frequently will sit on the floor or very low seating)
Squatting – Occasional
Kneeling – frequently
Bending – Frequently
Driving – Occasional or Minimal
Lifting – Some
Walking (briskly) - Frequently (can turn into running some )
The duties and responsibilities described in this document are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time, or the scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.
Time Type: Full time
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Centerstone is an equal opportunity employer. Employment at Centerstone is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. We treat all clients and colleagues with dignity and respect.
At Centerstone, we use our values as a guide for what we do. Respect, Expertise, Integrity and Empowerment are at the heart of every interaction at Centerstone, and particularly rooted in our Culture.
Our approach to culture is to create an environment that encourages, supports and celebrates the voices and experiences of our employees. We are committed to a culture of empowerment, respect, integrity and expertise that powers our innovation and connects us to each other, our clients and the communities we serve.
Centerstone is also committed to a strong culture of quality and safety, celebrating role-models who champion best practices for quality, clinical risk, and patient safety.
Market context
Behavior coach openings in Tennessee often reflect steady demand in schools, youth programs, and behavioral health settings that support students with emotional or behavioral needs. This role is competitive because employers typically look for a related bachelor’s degree, willingness to train in physical containment, and a valid driver’s license. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your degree field and license status before applying.