School-Based Therapist

Effective School Solutions • San Leandro, CA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Effective School Solutions (ESS) is a provider of school-based mental health services for K–12 students, delivering clinical care in public schools. ESS serves more than 6,000 students across 12 states and offers clinical programming, professional development, and consultative services for school districts.

ESS is seeking a School-Based Therapist in the San Leandro, California area. The therapist will provide services to a small group of students experiencing emotional and behavioral challenges, supporting their social, emotional, and academic growth. The role includes collaboration with school staff and families to create safe, trauma-attuned environments that support lasting student stability.

The position offers ongoing support from Regional Directors, clinical supervisors, and the school team, as well as training in ESS’s evidence-based, school-focused model of care. The schedule follows the school day, with no evenings or weekends, and includes light summer work of 10 hours per week for five weeks. The role offers a small caseload, competitive compensation and benefits, and professional development opportunities.

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

What This Job Offers

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