Flexible Per-Diem School-Based Therapist (K-12)

Effective School Solutions; Pajaro (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Small caseloads

Free CEUs

Job summary

Effective School Solutions seeks a per diem School-Based Therapist to deliver school-based mental health services in Pajaro, CA. Responsibilities include individual, group, and family therapy, intake, and clinical assessments within a school setting.

The role offers flexible scheduling with a pay range of $55–$62 per hour, no benefits, and opportunities for ongoing professional development and collaboration with school staff.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field.
• Active associate number or clinical license (e.g., AMFT, APCC, ACSW or LMFT, LPCC, LCSW) in the state of California
• 2+ years of experience working with children and/or adolescents with behavioral and emotional needs
• Experience providingtrainingand coaching to educational professionals andparents/caregivers on student mental health issues.
• Experience working with schools, families, and community-based services (school-based experience preferred)
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain trusting relationships with students, families, and school staff
• Commitment to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care and advocating for best practices
• Proven ability to positively influence, motivate, and elevate team members and stakeholders
• Ability to make confident, sound decisions in ambiguous or evolving situations
• Proficient in clinical documentation and use of electronic systems (e.g., EMR, Microsoft Office), with the ability to maintain accurate and timely records

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, 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
• Oversee the day-to-day clinical operations of the assigned school-based program
• Serve as the primary clinical point of contact for school partners,providingexpert guidance, ensuring alignment on student support strategies, and fostering strong, collaborative relationships.
• Facilitate weekly consultation sessions to ensure alignment on student goals and documentation standards
• Collaborate with families, school staff, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated care, and provide consultation, coaching, and training on mental health and trauma-informed practices
• Participate in team meetings, supervision, and ongoing professional development

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field

Active associate number or clinical license (e.g., AMFT, APCC, ACSW or LMFT, LPCC, LCSW) in the state of California

2+ years of experience working with children and/or adolescents with behavioral and emotional needs

Job description

Effective School Solutions seeks a per diem School-Based Therapist to deliver school-based mental health services in Pajaro, CA. Responsibilities include individual, group, and family therapy, intake, and clinical assessments within a school setting.

The role offers flexible scheduling with a pay range of $55–$62 per hour, no benefits, and opportunities for ongoing professional development and collaboration with school staff.