Licensed School-Based Clinician
Effectiveschoolsolutions · Galloway, NJ · Posted Jul 3, 2026
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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 12 states.
We deliver the level of clinical care typically found in private practice, out-of-district placements, or higher levels of care directly within public schools by providing a full continuum of clinical programming, professional development, and district consultation.
Why This Role Matters
You’ll provide critical mental health support to students who may not otherwise have access to care by helping them succeed academically, build resilience, and thrive.
At ESS, clinicians are trusted partners in shaping supportive school environments.
Starting salary range: $63,000-$70,000
Responsibilities
Direct Clinical Care Family Support
Provide comprehensive, school-based mental health services, including individual, group, and family therapy, as well as intake, diagnostic, and clinical assessments
Partner with families to deliver student care and facilitate parent support programming
Conduct risk assessments and crisis intervention, ensuring student safety and coordinating referrals to appropriate levels of care when needed
Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans that support students’ emotional, behavioral, and academic success
Training Collaboration
Collaborate closely with families, school staff, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated and student-centered care
Participate in team meetings, supervision, and ongoing professional development
Documentation, Compliance Professional Expectations
Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory, ethical, and organizational standards
Uphold professional standards by maintaining active licensure, ethical practice, reliability, and a strong professional presence
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field
Active clinical license (LSW/LCSW, LAC/LPC, LAMFT/LMFT) in NJ
2+ years of experience working with children and/or adolescents with behavioral and emotional needs
Experience working with schools, families, and community-based services (school-based experience preferred)
Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
Proficient in clinical documentation and use of electronic systems (e.g., EMR, Microsoft Office), with the ability to maintain accurate and timely records
Why Clinicians Choose ESS
✔ School-day schedule — No weekends or on-call requirements; occasional evening hours as needed to support family engagement
✔ Light summers — 10 hours/week for 5 weeks with full-time pay
✔ Small caseloads
✔ Ongoing supervision, clinical support, and free CEUs
✔ Competitive salary + comprehensive benefits
✔ Clinical leadership at the heart of our company –
Make a meaningful impact o n student mental health.
Join Effective School Solutions
Equal Opportunity Employer
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, veteran status, disability, or any other federal, state, or local protected class.
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