School-Based Therapist
About The Position
Effective School Solutions (ESS), a provider of school-based mental health services for K–12 students, is seeking a School-Based Therapist in the Redwood City, California area. The therapist will provide services to a small group of students with emotional and behavioral challenges, supporting their social, emotional, and academic growth. The role involves working with school staff and families to create safe, trauma-attuned environments that promote lasting stability for students. ESS describes the position as offering ongoing support from Regional Directors, clinical supervisors, and the school team; extensive training in its evidence-based, school-focused model of care; and a stable school-based schedule without intensive travel or unpredictable hours. The position follows a school-day schedule with no evenings or weekends and includes light summer work of 10 hours per week for five weeks.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience working with children or adolescents with behavioral or emotional challenges.
- Active associate registration (ACSW, AMFT, or APCC) or clinical license (LCSW, LMFT, or LPCC) with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences (BBS).
- Strong communication, collaboration, and documentation skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic medical record systems.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in school-based or youth mental health settings.
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.
Benefits
- Clinician supervision.
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Light summer schedule: 10 hours per week for five weeks.
- Small caseloads.
- Collaborative culture that values clinician growth and well-being.
- School-day schedule with no evenings or weekends.
- Ongoing support from Regional Directors, clinical supervisors, and the school team.
- Extensive training in ESS’s evidence-based, school-focused model of care.
- Stable school-based schedule without intensive travel or unpredictable hours.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
