Effective School Solutions
School-Based Therapist - Middle School
Effective School Solutions, San Jose, California, United States, 95199
School-Based Therapist - Middle School
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.
About the Role ESS is seeking a School-Based Therapist (Middle School) in San Jose, California. This therapist will provide therapeutic services to a small group of students with emotional and behavioral challenges, supporting their social, emotional, and academic growth. You will collaborate with school staff and families to create safe, trauma‑attuned environments that promote lasting stability for students.
We Offer
Clinician supervision
School‑day schedule (no evenings or weekends)
Light summers (10 hr / wk for 5 weeks)
Competitive pay and benefits
Small caseloads
A collaborative culture that values your growth and well‑being
Key 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.
Qualifications
2+ years of experience working with children/adolescents with behavioral or emotional challenges.
Active associate number (ASW, AMFT, APCC) or full clinical license (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC) in California.
Strong communication, collaboration, and documentation skills.
Experience in school‑based or youth mental health settings preferred.
Proficient with Microsoft Office and electronic medical record systems.
Why Join ESS
Make a real difference addressing the youth mental health crisis in schools.
Join a mission‑driven organization with strong growth and innovation.
Enjoy school‑year schedules and light summers.
Competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development opportunities.
A culture that values clinician voice and work‑life balance.
The starting salary range for this position is $80,000 - $90,000 yearly.
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About the Role ESS is seeking a School-Based Therapist (Middle School) in San Jose, California. This therapist will provide therapeutic services to a small group of students with emotional and behavioral challenges, supporting their social, emotional, and academic growth. You will collaborate with school staff and families to create safe, trauma‑attuned environments that promote lasting stability for students.
We Offer
Clinician supervision
School‑day schedule (no evenings or weekends)
Light summers (10 hr / wk for 5 weeks)
Competitive pay and benefits
Small caseloads
A collaborative culture that values your growth and well‑being
Key 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.
Qualifications
2+ years of experience working with children/adolescents with behavioral or emotional challenges.
Active associate number (ASW, AMFT, APCC) or full clinical license (LCSW, LMFT, LPCC) in California.
Strong communication, collaboration, and documentation skills.
Experience in school‑based or youth mental health settings preferred.
Proficient with Microsoft Office and electronic medical record systems.
Why Join ESS
Make a real difference addressing the youth mental health crisis in schools.
Join a mission‑driven organization with strong growth and innovation.
Enjoy school‑year schedules and light summers.
Competitive compensation, benefits, and professional development opportunities.
A culture that values clinician voice and work‑life balance.
The starting salary range for this position is $80,000 - $90,000 yearly.
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