School-Based Therapist

Responsibilities

• Deliver individual, group, and family therapy aligned with ESS’s trauma-informed approach
• Coordinate care and referrals to appropriate community services
• Collaborate with school administration, teachers, and ESS teams to support student success
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and participate in regular team meetings
• Engage families through programming and parent support groups as needed

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience working with children/adolescents with behavioral or emotional challenges
• Active associate number (ASW, AMFT, APCC) or full clinical license (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC) in California
• Strong communication, collaboration, and documentation skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and electronic medical record systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in school-based or youth mental health settings

Benefits

• Clinician Supervision
• School-Day Schedule (no evenings or weekends)
• Light Summers (10hr/wk for 5 weeks)
• Competitive Pay and Benefits
• Small caseloads
• Professional development opportunities

About the Company

Effective School Solutions (ESS) is a leading provider of school-based mental health services for K–12 students. Serving over 6,000 students across 12 states, ESS brings the level of clinical care typically found in private practice settings directly into public schools.