School-Based Therapist

Effective School Solutions • Pajaro, CA

7d • $80,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

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 to provide therapeutic services to a small group of students experiencing emotional and behavioral challenges. The role supports students’ social, emotional, and academic growth and helps create safe, trauma-attuned environments that promote lasting stability. The therapist works with school staff and families and receives ongoing support from Regional Directors, clinical supervisors, and the school team, along with training in ESS’s evidence-based, school-focused model of care. The position offers a school-day schedule with no evenings or weekends, no intensive travel or unpredictable hours, and a light summer schedule of 10 hours per week for five weeks. The starting salary range is $80,000–$90,000 per year.

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.
• School-day schedule with no evenings or weekends.
• Light summers: 10 hours per week for five weeks.
• Competitive pay and benefits.
• Small caseloads.
• Collaborative culture that values clinician growth and well-being.
• Ongoing support from Regional Directors, clinical supervisors, and the school team.
• Extensive training in ESS’s evidence-based, school-focused model of care.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed