School-Based Therapist (Floater)

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. 

We offer: School-Day Schedule (no evenings or weekends) | Light Summers | Competitive Pay & Benefits | Small Caseloads | A Collaborative Culture that values your growth and 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. 

About the Role 
ESS is seeking a Float School-Based Therapist in 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’ll collaborate with school staff and families to create safe, trauma-attuned environments that promote lasting stability for students 

In this position, the Therapist will have a school identified as their home school in a District near their home, but the Therapist will travel as needed to surrounding districts in the posting area and surrounding district locations.  

The Therapist will serve as a floater and may be assigned to work in school districts located between San Jose and Oakland, CA. 

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. 

• Competitive compensation and benefits package. 

Effective School Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, disability, or any other protected category. 

The starting salary range for this role is $80k - $85k yearly 

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