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School-Based Therapist

Effective School Solutions
Location
San Leandro, CA
Posted
1 month ago
Department
California
Salary
$85,000 - $90,000
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 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
Nice to have
  • Experience in school-based or youth mental health settings
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office and electronic medical record systems
What the job really is

As a School-Based Therapist at Effective School Solutions, you will provide therapeutic services to K-12 students facing emotional and behavioral challenges. Your role involves delivering individual, group, and family therapy, coordinating care with community services, and collaborating with school staff and families to foster a supportive environment for students' growth. You will also maintain clinical documentation and engage with families through support programming.

Benefits
  • 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
Things to weigh
  • No salary listed in the benefits section, but a starting salary range is provided
  • Focus on school-based mental health may limit exposure to other therapeutic settings
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