Per Diem School-Based Therapist — Flexible Shifts

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

Benefits offered by this job

Per diem role

Competitive pay

Job summary

Effective School Solutions (ESS) is a leading provider of school-based mental health services, delivering clinical care within public schools and supporting districts across multiple states.

The Per Diem School-Based Therapist in San Leandro, CA offers flexible shifts at an hourly rate of $55.00–$62.00, focusing on individual, group, and family therapy without benefits. Join ESS to support students and families.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required (Social Work, Counseling, or related field).
• Active CA licensure/associateship (e.g., AMFT, APCC, ACSW, LMFT, LPCC, LCSW).
• 2+ years of experience with children/adolescents with behavioral/emotional needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide school-based mental health services: individual, group, and family therapy, plus intake and assessments.
• Partner with families and facilitate parent support programming.
• Conduct risk assessments and crisis intervention; coordinate referrals as needed.
• Develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans for student progress.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the school-based program.
• Serve as primary clinical contact for school partners and align on student support strategies.
• Facilitate weekly consultation sessions for goals and documentation standards.
• Collaborate with families, school staff, and interdisciplinary teams for coordinated care.

Education

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

Tools

EMR

Microsoft Office

Job description

Effective School Solutions (ESS) is a leading provider of school-based mental health services, delivering clinical care within public schools and supporting districts across multiple states.

The Per Diem School-Based Therapist in San Leandro, CA offers flexible shifts at an hourly rate of $55.00–$62.00, focusing on individual, group, and family therapy without benefits. Join ESS to support students and families.