Lead School-Based Clinical Program Supervisor

Socket.dev; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Small caseloads

Ongoing supervision and CEUs

Competitive salary + comprehensive "+“

Job summary

Effective School Solutions (ESS) is seeking a Clinical Program Coordinator in Newark, NJ to deliver school-based mental health services, including individual, group, and family therapy, and to lead a program within public schools. The role emphasizes collaboration with families, schools, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality care.

The candidate will oversee daily operations, supervise clinicians, and provide training, supervision, and consultation.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related field.
• Active clinical license (e.g., LCSW, LPC, LMFT) in the service state.
• 4+ years of experience with children/adolescents with behavioral and emotional needs.
• 2+ years supervising staff in a clinical setting; supervision certification preferred.
• Experience training educational professionals and parents/caregivers on student mental health issues.
• Experience working with schools, families, and community services.
• Ability to build trusting relationships with students, families, and school staff.
• Commitment to evidence-based care and best practices.
• Proven ability to motivate and elevate team members and stakeholders.
• Ability to make decisions in evolving situations.
• Proficient in clinical documentation and EMR.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, school-based mental health services, including individual, group, and family therapy, plus 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, providing expert guidance and fostering collaborative relationships.
• Provide supervision, coaching, and performance feedback to assigned clinician(s).
• 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.
• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory, ethical, and organizational standards.
• Uphold professional standards by maintaining active licensure and ethical practice.
• Monitor program performance and ensure alignment with ESS standards.
• Support clinician performance through feedback, coaching, and evaluations.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Relation-building

Decision making in ambiguity

Communication with families and staff

Education

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

Active clinical license (e.g., LCSW, LPC, LMFT) in the state

Tools

EMR

Microsoft Office

Job description

Effective School Solutions (ESS) is seeking a Clinical Program Coordinator in Newark, NJ to deliver school-based mental health services, including individual, group, and family therapy, and to lead a program within public schools. The role emphasizes collaboration with families, schools, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality care.

The candidate will oversee daily operations, supervise clinicians, and provide training, supervision, and consultation.