Licensed School-Based Clinician

Effective School Solutions is currently seeking a Licensed Clinician from August 2026-December 2026 in Middletown NJ district. This leave coverage will last for approximately 3 months, with potential to extend longer. We are looking for experienced, mission-aligned clinicians to provide clinical services to a small group of selected students with significant behavioral and emotional needs. Selected candidates will work with a highly seasoned and professional management team who provide the best possible clinical services. This position will include extensive training to ensure that the chosen individual will have a strong knowledge of the organization's protocols and model of services. While this is initially a Leave Replacement position, this role has the opportunity to turn into a full-time position depending on position availability and performance.

Responsibilities

Delivers clinical interventions consistent with needs of the student and family, in a safe and ethical manner that promote and sustain academic and mental health stability; Demonstrates competency in: Group Therapy, Individual Counseling, and Family Counseling; Provides family programming with monthly evening Parent Support groups, as needed; Understands continuum of mental health services, referring students and family to an appropriate level of care in coordination with their supervisor (such as: substance abuse services and/or IOP/PHP/In-Patient); Provides consultation and facilitates referrals to appropriate levels of care and specialized services based on the student's needs; Optimizes the collaboration and coordination of the interdisciplinary team to enhance the environment of student care; Demonstrates a commitment to developing strong working relationships with school administration, district leadership, teachers, and paraprofessionals; Submits Clinical Documentation in a timely manner, aligned with the electronic medical record; Participates in all team meetings including but not limited to: Administrative School Meetings, ESS Town Hall meetings, ESS Supervision Meetings and Treatment Team meetings; Maintains current professional license and adheres to ethical standards in accordance with governing board; Consistently attends work on scheduled day and time, in professional attire and with a professional demeanor; Participates in learning opportunities provided by ESS, such as Supervision Groups, and treatment planning, that will advance knowledge of clinical interventions and skills throughout the school year

Requirements

4+ years of experience treating children and/or adolescents with significant behavioral and emotional challenges; Must hold a clinical license in social work, counseling, or marriage and family therapy in the state in which this position is being offered; Effective problem solving and communication skills; Experience working with students and families, plus community health and social service agencies; Must be proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable using a computer; Must be able to complete thorough clinical documentation; Must have supervisory experience

Benefits

Excellent career growth opportunities; Extensive time off tied to the school calendar, with limited summer hours; Work-life balance; Competitive compensation and benefits offerings; Clinician voice and perspective with multiple methods to give feedback and input on company decisions; Extensive training to ensure strong knowledge of the organization's protocols and model of services