School-Based Therapist

Effective School Solutions • San Jose, CA

20d • 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 in the San Jose, California area. The therapist will support a small group of students experiencing emotional and behavioral challenges, helping them grow socially, emotionally, and academically. The role includes providing therapy and coordinating care while collaborating with school staff, families, and ESS colleagues to create safe, trauma-attuned environments that promote lasting stability.

The position offers ongoing support from Regional Directors, clinical supervisors, and the school team, as well as extensive training in ESS’s evidence-based, school-focused model of care. It follows a school-based schedule without evenings, weekends, intensive travel, or unpredictable hours. Summers are light, at 10 hours per week for five weeks. ESS describes its caseloads as small and its culture as collaborative and supportive of clinician growth and well-being.

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

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Professional development opportunities.
• 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: 10 hours per week for five weeks.
• Small caseloads.
• Collaborative culture that values clinician growth, voice, and work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

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