Licensed School-Based Lead Clinician New Lakeland, FL

Effective School Solutions; Lakeland (FL); Vor Ort; USD 64.000 - 86.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Light summers with flexible hours

Zusammenfassung

Effective School Solutions is seeking a licensed clinician to provide school-based mental health services across Lakeland, Florida. You will deliver individual, group, and family therapy within public schools, while coordinating with families and school partners to support students’ emotional and academic success.

The role emphasizes risk assessment, treatment planning, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.

Qualifikationen

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related field.
• Active clinical license in the state where services are provided (e.g., LCSW, LPC, LMFT).
• Minimum 3+ years of experience with children/adolescents with behavioral and emotional needs.
• Experience collaborating with schools, families, and community services.
• Ability to work independently with sound clinical judgment in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in clinical documentation and electronic systems (EMR).

Aufgaben

• Provide school-based mental health services including individual, group, and family therapy, plus intake and assessments.
• Partner with families and deliver parent support programming.
• Conduct risk assessments and crisis intervention; coordinate referrals as needed.
• Develop individualized evidence-based treatment plans to support emotional, behavioral, and academic goals.
• Oversee day-to-day clinical operations of the school-based program and serve as primary clinical contact for school partners.
• Collaborate with families, school staff, and interdisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated care and provide training on mental health practices.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Clinical documentation

EMR proficiency

Ausbildung

Master’s degree in Social Work/Counseling/related field

Tools

EMR

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

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:

$75,000

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
• Oversee the day-to-day clinical operations of the assigned school-based program
• Serve as the primary clinical point of contact for the school partners
• 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

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
• 3+ years of experience working with children and/or adolescents with behavioral and emotional needs
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound clinical judgment, and effectively problem-solve in a fast-paced environment
• Experience working with schools, families, and community-based services (school-based experience preferred)
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills
• 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 o n 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.