Per Diem School-Based Therapist — Flexible Schedule, CEUs

Effective School Solutions; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 76,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

No weekends

Evening hours occasionally

CEUs available

Job summary

Effective School Solutions seeks a per diem School-Based Therapist in the Pajaro, CA area to provide comprehensive mental health services within public schools. You will deliver individual, group, and family therapy, perform risk assessments, and coordinate care with families and school staff.

Responsibilities include treatment planning, documentation, and ongoing collaboration with educational partners. This role offers flexible scheduling and is not eligible for benefits.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or related field.
• Active license/associate number in California (e.g., AMFT/LPCC/LCSW).
• Minimum 2+ years working with children/adolescents with emotional/behavioral needs.
• Experience training educators and parents on student mental health.
• Proven ability to build relationships with students, families, and school staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide school-based mental health services including individual and group therapy.
• Conduct risk assessments and crisis intervention; coordinate referrals as needed.
• Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans for students.
• Oversee day-to-day clinical operations of the school program.
• Serve as main clinical contact for school partners; guide and train staff.
• Lead weekly consultation to align goals and documentation standards.
• Collaborate with families and school teams for coordinated care.
• Participate in meetings, supervision, and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Communication skills

Crisis intervention

Collaboration

Training & coaching

Documentation proficiency

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work / Counseling

Tools

EMR systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Effective School Solutions seeks a per diem School-Based Therapist in the Pajaro, CA area to provide comprehensive mental health services within public schools. You will deliver individual, group, and family therapy, perform risk assessments, and coordinate care with families and school staff.

Responsibilities include treatment planning, documentation, and ongoing collaboration with educational partners. This role offers flexible scheduling and is not eligible for benefits.