Flexible Per Diem School-Based Mental Health Clinician

Effective School Solutions; Pennsbury Township (PA); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Full time

Job summary

Effective School Solutions in Pennsbury, PA is seeking a Per Diem Licensed School-Based Mental Health Clinician to deliver school-based mental health services across districts. Responsibilities include individual, group, and family therapy, intake, diagnosis, and crisis intervention in a school setting.

The role offers flexible per diem scheduling with opportunities to cover leave assignments. A Master’s degree and an active state license are required, with 4+ years of relevant experience and

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field.
• Active clinical license (e.g., LCSW, LPC, LMFT) in the state where services are provided.
• 4+ years of experience with children and/or adolescents with behavioral and emotional needs.
• Experience training and coaching educational professionals and parents/caregivers on student mental health issues.
• Experience working with schools, families, and community-based services (school-based experience preferred).
• Ability to build trust with students, families, and school staff.
• Commitment to evidence-based care and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, school-based mental health services, including individual, group, and family therapy, as well as intake, diagnostic, and clinical assessments.
• Partner with families and facilitate parent support programming.
• Conduct risk assessments and crisis intervention, coordinating referrals to appropriate levels of care.
• Develop and implement individualized, evidence-based treatment plans to support students’ emotional, behavioral, and academic success.
• Oversee day-to-day clinical operations of the assigned school-based program.
• Serve as primary clinical contact for school partners, guiding student support strategies.
• Facilitate weekly consultation sessions for alignment on student goals and documentation.
• Collaborate with families, school staff, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated care and provide training on mental health and trauma-informed practices.
• Participate in team meetings, supervision, and professional development.

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work/ Counseling

Active clinical license (LCSW/LPC/LMFT) in the state

Tools

EMR

Microsoft Office

Job description

Effective School Solutions in Pennsbury, PA is seeking a Per Diem Licensed School-Based Mental Health Clinician to deliver school-based mental health services across districts. Responsibilities include individual, group, and family therapy, intake, diagnosis, and crisis intervention in a school setting.

The role offers flexible per diem scheduling with opportunities to cover leave assignments. A Master’s degree and an active state license are required, with 4+ years of relevant experience and