School-Based Therapist

Effective School Solutions

$80K — $90K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 2+ years of experience with children/adolescents facing behavioral or emotional challenges.
  • Active associate (ACSW, AMFT, APCC) or full clinical license (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC) in California required.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and documentation skills.
  • Preferred experience in school-based or youth mental health settings.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic medical record systems.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver individual, group, and family therapy using a trauma-informed approach.
  • Coordinate care and referrals to appropriate community services.
  • Collaborate with school staff and ESS teams to enhance student success.
  • Maintain clinical documentation accurately and participate in team meetings.
  • Engage families through programming and support groups as necessary.

Benefits

  • Make a significant impact on youth mental health in schools.
  • Join a mission-driven organization focused on growth and innovation.
  • Enjoy a school-year schedule with minimal summer commitments.
  • Receive competitive compensation and benefits with professional development opportunities.
  • Work within a culture that prioritizes clinician voice and promotes work-life balance.
Full Job Description
What You Can Expect
  • Ongoing, multi-layered support from Regional Directors, clinical supervisors, and your school team.
  • Extensive training in ESS's evidence-based, school-focused model of care.
  • A stable, school-based schedule with no intensive travel or unpredictable hours.

About the Role

ESS is seeking aSchool-Based Therapist in San Lorenzo, CA. This therapist will provide therapeutic services to a small group of students with emotional and behavioral challenges, supporting their social, emotional, and academic growth.

You'll collaborate with school staff and families to create safe, trauma-attuned environments that promote lasting stability for students

Key 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.

Qualifications
  • 2+ years of experience working with children/adolescents with behavioral or emotional challenges.
  • Must have an active associate number (ACSW, AMFT, APCC) or full clinical license (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC) in California.
  • Strong communication, collaboration, and documentation skills.
  • Experience in school-based or youth mental health settings preferred.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office and electronic medical record systems.

Why Join ESS
  • Make a real difference addressing the youth mental health crisis in schools.
  • Join a mission-driven organization with strong growth and innovation.
  • Enjoy school-year schedules and light summers.
  • Competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development opportunities.
  • A culture that values clinician voice and work-life balance.

Be part of the solution. Be part of ESS.

The starting salary range for this position is $80,000 - $90,000 yearly

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