School-Based Mental Health Therapist

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Make a lasting impact with a trauma-informed team. Effective School Solutions (ESS) is hiring a Licensed Clinician in the Old Bridge School District -We are hiring one Clinician in the High School and one Lead Clinician in the Grade 9 Center. This full-time role offers a small caseload, a supportive clinical team, and the chance to deliver high-acuity care within a public-school setting. ESS Clinicians are full-time, salaried employees. They follow the school hours and school calendar year- which means ample time off during holidays. And they only work a max of 10 hours per week for 5 weeks in the summer. Join us and receive expert clinical support, robust training, and the opportunity to truly change lives.
Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a base salary range of $65,000-$75,000, plus comprehensive benefits and signing bonuses!
Qualifications:
To be considered for this role, you must hold one of the following clinical licenses in the state of New Jersey: LCSW/LSW LPC/LAC LMFT/LAMFT Experience working in school settings or behavioral/clinical settings is strongly preferred. Must have 3+ years of experience treating children and/or adolescents with significant behavioral and emotional challenges. Effective problem-solving and communication skills. Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable using a computer. Must be able to complete thorough clinical documentation. What You'll Do As a School-Based Mental Health Clinician, you'll deliver high-impact clinical care and leadership in a self-contained program for students with emotional and behavioral needs. You'll work closely with a small caseload of students, their families, and school staff to create a trauma-informed, supportive learning environment.
Key Responsibilities: Deliver Individualized Therapy: Provide evidence-based individual, group, and family therapy tailored to each student's needs. Support Families: Facilitate monthly parent support groups and collaborate with families on care coordination, including referrals to higher levels of mental health support (e.g., IOP, PHP, inpatient). Coach School Staff: Train and consult with teachers, administrators, and support staff on trauma-informed approaches and student mental health needs. Promote Collaboration: Partner with interdisciplinary school teams to enhance the support environment and student outcomes. Ensure Quality and Compliance: Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation, meet licensure standards, and track student progress. Professional Growth: Participate in regular clinical supervision, ESS-led training, and team collaboration to strengthen clinical and leadership skills. Contribute to Program Success: Support performance reviews, prepare relevant data, and help maintain clinical excellence in your program. Why You'll Love Working Here School Schedule, Real Impact: Work during the school year with minimal summer hours-giving you the chance to recharge while still making a difference. Small Caseload, Big Support: Focus your energy on a small group of students, backed by expert clinical leadership and collaboration. Trauma-Informed, Mission-Driven: Be part of a forward-thinking, purpose-driven organization dedicated to transforming student mental health. Clinical Growth: Access robust training, supervision, and career advancement opportunities within a growing national company.
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.
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Location:
Old Bridge, NJ, United States
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Community And Social Service Occupations

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