Licensed School-Based Mental Health Clinician (Lead)
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States · On-site
Mid level
Be Part of the Solution at Effective School Solutions (ESS) At Effective School Solutions, we’re redefining what school-based mental health can look like — balancing meaningful impact with professional stability and pers…
Skills: Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Evidence-Based Interventions, Care Coordination
MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN Transforming student mental health in schools. About Effective School Solutions Effective School Solutions (ESS) is a leading provider of school-based mental health services, serving 6,000+ K–12 …
Skills: Behavioral Health Support, Crisis Intervention, Case Management, Data Collection, Interpersonal Communication
School-Based Mental Health Technician (High School)
Newark, New Jersey, United States · On-site
$50k–$55k/yr
Mid level
MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN Transforming student mental health in schools. About Effective School Solutions Effective School Solutions (ESS) is a leading provider of school-based mental health services, serving 6,000+ K–12 …
Skills: Behavioral Health Support, Crisis Intervention, Case Management, Therapeutic Interventions, Counseling Techniques
CLINICIAN Transforming student mental health in schools. About Effective School Solutions Effective School Solutions (ESS) is a leading provider of school-based mental health services, serving 6,000+ K–12 students across…
Skills: Individual Therapy, Group Therapy, Family Therapy, Diagnostic Assessment, Risk Assessment
Licensed School-Based Clinical Program Supervisor (K-8)
Newark, New Jersey, United States · On-site
$75k/yr
Senior
CLINICAL PROGRAM COORDINATOR Transforming student mental health in schools. About Effective School Solutions Effective School Solutions (ESS) is a leading provider of school-based mental health services, serving 6,000+ K…
Licensed School-Based Mental Health Clinician (Lead)
Bettendorf, Iowa, United States · On-site
$70k/yr
Mid level
LEAD CLINICIAN Transforming student mental health in schools. About Effective School Solutions Effective School Solutions (ESS) is a leading provider of school-based mental health services, serving 6,000+ K–12 students a…
Skills: Individual Therapy, Group Therapy, Family Therapy, Clinical Assessment, Risk Assessment
LEAD CLINICIAN Transforming student mental health in schools. About Effective School Solutions Effective School Solutions (ESS) is a leading provider of school-based mental health services, serving 6,000+ K–12 students a…
Skills: Individual Therapy, Group Therapy, Family Therapy, Clinical Assessment, Risk Assessment
About the role: Effective School Solutions is currently seeking a Mental Health Technician to join our team in the Oakland, CA area for the 2026-2027 school year. The Mental Health Technician is responsible for direct cl…
Skills: Social-Emotional Counseling, Crisis Management, De-escalation, Data Collection, Trauma-Attuned Interventions
Be Part of the Solution at Effective School Solutions (ESS) At Effective School Solutions, we’re redefining what school-based mental health can look like — balancing meaningful impact with professional stability and pers…
Skills: Individual Therapy, Group Therapy, Family Therapy, Trauma-Informed Care, Clinical Documentation
PER DIEM- Licensed School-Based Mental Health Clinician
Pennsbury, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
Senior
PER DIEM CLINICIAN Transforming student mental health in schools. About Effective School Solutions Effective School Solutions (ESS) is a leading provider of school-based mental health services, serving 6,000+ K–12 studen…
Skills: Individual Therapy, Group Therapy, Family Therapy, Clinical Assessment, Risk Assessment
PER DIEM- Licensed School-Based Mental Health Clinician
West Islip, New York, United States · On-site
Senior
PER DIEM CLINICIAN Transforming student mental health in schools. About Effective School Solutions Effective School Solutions (ESS) is a leading provider of school-based mental health services, serving 6,000+ K–12 studen…
Skills: Individual Therapy, Group Therapy, Family Therapy, Diagnostic Assessments, Risk Assessments
Be Part of the Solution at Effective School Solutions (ESS) At Effective School Solutions, we’re redefining what school-based mental health can look like — balancing meaningful impact with professional stability and pers…
Skills: Individual Therapy, Group Therapy, Family Therapy, Trauma-Informed Care, Clinical Documentation
About the role: Effective School Solutions is currently seeking a Mental Health Technician to join our team in the San Leandro, CA area for the 2026-2027 school year. The Mental Health Technician is responsible for direc…
Skills: Social-Emotional Counseling, Crisis Management, De-escalation, Data Collection, Trauma-Attuned Interventions
Be Part of the Solution at Effective School Solutions (ESS) At Effective School Solutions, we’re redefining what school-based mental health can look like — balancing meaningful impact with professional stability and pers…
Skills: Individual Therapy, Group Therapy, Family Therapy, Trauma-Informed Care, Clinical Documentation
Be Part of the Solution at Effective School Solutions (ESS) At Effective School Solutions, we’re redefining what school-based mental health can look like — balancing meaningful impact with professional stability and pers…
Skills: Individual Therapy, Group Therapy, Family Therapy, Trauma-Informed Care, Clinical Documentation
Licensed School-Based Mental Health Clinician (Lead)
Cromwell, Connecticut, United States · On-site
Mid level
Be Part of the Solution at Effective School Solutions (ESS) At Effective School Solutions, we’re redefining what school-based mental health can look like — balancing meaningful impact with professional stability and pers…
Skills: Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Evidence-Based Interventions, Care Coordination
Licensed School-Based Mental Health Clinician (Lead)
Wethersfield, Connecticut, United States · On-site
Mid level
Be Part of the Solution at Effective School Solutions (ESS) At Effective School Solutions, we’re redefining what school-based mental health can look like — balancing meaningful impact with professional stability and pers…
Skills: Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Evidence-Based Interventions, Care Coordination
[2026-2027] Licensed School-Based Mental Health Clinician (Lead)
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
Mid level
Be Part of the Solution at Effective School Solutions (ESS) At Effective School Solutions, we’re redefining what school-based mental health can look like — balancing meaningful impact with professional stability and pers…
Skills: Group Therapy, Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Evidence-Based Interventions, Care Coordination
Be Part of the Solution at Effective School Solutions (ESS) At Effective School Solutions, we’re redefining what school-based mental health can look like — balancing meaningful impact with professional stability and pers…
Skills: Therapy, Collaboration, Communication, Documentation, Trauma-Informed Care
Licensed School-Based Mental Health Clinician (Lead)
Davenport, Iowa, United States · On-site
$70k/yr
Mid level
LEAD CLINICIAN Transforming student mental health in schools. About Effective School Solutions Effective School Solutions (ESS) is a leading provider of school-based mental health services, serving 6,000+ K–12 students a…
Skills: Individual Therapy, Group Therapy, Family Therapy, Diagnostic Assessments, Risk Assessments
Licensed School-Based Mental Health Clinician (Lead)
Provide individual, group, and family therapy to students with significant behavioral and emotional needs within public schools. Collaborate with school teams and families to deliver evidence-based interventions and coordinate necessary care referrals.
Requirements
Requires a valid LMHC or LICSW license in the state of service and at least 2 years of experience working with children or adolescents. Strong communication and documentation skills are essential, with school-based experience preferred.
Full job description
Be Part of the Solution at Effective School Solutions (ESS)
At Effective School Solutions, we’re redefining what school-based mental health can look like — balancing meaningful impact with professional stability and personal well-being.
About Effective School Solutions:
Effective School Solutions (ESS) is a leading provider of school-based mental health services for K–12 students. Serving over 6,000 students across 12 states, ESS brings the level of clinical care typically found in private practice settings directly into public schools. In response to the growing mental health needs of young people, ESS has expanded its offerings to include a full continuum of clinical programming, professional development, and consultative services for districts. The salary for this position starts a $70,000.
We are looking for: a passionate, mission-aligned clinician to provide clinical services to a small group of students with significant behavioral and emotional needs within Public Schools.
We offer: Clinician Supervision
School-Day Schedule (no evenings or weekends)
Light Summers (10hr/wk for 5 weeks)
Competitive Pay and Benefits
Small Caseloads
A Collaborative Culture that values your growth and well-being.
What you can expect:
Ongoing, multi-layered support from Regional Directors, clinical supervisors, and your school team
Supervision hours toward licensure, along with robust training in evidence-based, school-focused interventions
A stable workload—no intensive travel or unpredictable hours typical of family-based services.
Responsibilities
Provide group, individual, and family therapy for students.
Deliver evidence-based interventions supporting emotional and academic stability.
Engage families through programming and parent support groups.
Coordinate care and referrals to appropriate services as needed.
Collaborate with school and ESS teams to support student success.
Qualifications
At least 2 years of experience working with children or adolescents with behavioral or emotional challenges.
Licensed in social work (LMHC or LICSW) in the state of service
Strong communication, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
Experience working in or with school settings preferred.
Why Join Effective School Solutions
Help address the youth mental health crisis in schools.
Join a growing, innovative organization with career development opportunities.
Enjoy school-calendar time off and flexible summer hours for work-life balance.
Competitive compensation and benefits.
A workplace that values clinician voices and feedback.
ESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Effective School Solutions partners with schools and districts to transform how mental healthcare is delivered in K–12 education. Our trauma-informed, evidence-based, in-school clinical programs provide care for students with the most intensive emotional and behavioral health needs, while our professional learning creates sustainable systems of support across the entire school. Together, our comprehensive approach ensures that every student can thrive in a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment. ESS currently partners with more than 140 school districts across 14 states, supporting more than 7500 students.
Offices: 430 Mountain Ave, New Providence, New Jersey 07974, US
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Effective School Solutions partners with schools and districts to transform how mental healthcare is delivered in K–12 education. Our trauma-informed, evidence-based, in-school clinical programs provide care for students with the most intensive emotional and behavioral health needs, while our professional learning creates sustainable systems of support across the entire school. Together, our comprehensive approach ensures that every student can thrive in a safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environment. ESS currently partners with more than 140 school districts across 14 states, supporting more than 7500 students.
Offices: 430 Mountain Ave, New Providence, New Jersey 07974, US
Mental Health Services in SchoolsYouth Mental HealthMental Health Programs in SchoolsSchool-Based Mental Healthand Behavioral Support SolutionsData VisualizationHealth CareConsultingEducationEdTech