Licensed 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

CLINICAL PROGRAM COORDINATOR

Transforming student mental health in schools.

About Effective School Solutions

Effective School Solutions (ESS) is a leading provider of school-based mental health services, serving 6,000+ K–12 students across 12 states.

We deliver the level of clinical care typically found in private practice, out-of-district placements, or higher levels of care directly within public schools- providing a full continuum of clinical programming, professional development, and district consultation.

Why This Role Matters

You’ll provide critical mental health support to students who may not otherwise have access to care—helping them succeed academically, build resilience, and thrive.

At ESS, clinicians are trusted partners in shaping supportive school environments.

Starting salary range: $78,000+

Responsibilities

Direct Clinical Care & Family Support

• 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

Supervision, Training & Collaboration

• 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, ensuring alignment on student support strategies, and fostering strong, 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

Documentation, Compliance & Professional Expectations

• Maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory, ethical, and organizational standards
• Uphold professional standards by maintaining active licensure, ethical practice, reliability, and a strong professional presence
• Monitor program performance and ensure alignment with ESS clinical and operational standards
• Support clinician performance through feedback, coaching, and evaluations

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 working with children and/or adolescents with behavioral and emotional needs
• 2+ years supervising staff in a clinical setting, clinical supervision certification preferred
• Experienceprovidingtrainingand coaching to educational professionals andparents/caregivers on student mental health issues, preferred.
• 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

Why Clinicians Choose ESS

• School-day schedule — No weekends or on-call requirements; occasional evening hours as needed to support family engagement
• Light summers — 10 hours/week for 5 weeks with full-time pay
• Small caseloads
• Ongoing supervision, clinical support, and free CEUs
• Competitive salary + comprehensive benefits
• Clinical leadership at the heart of our company

Make a meaningful impact on student mental health. Join Effective School Solutions

Equal Opportunity Employer

ESS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, disability, or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

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