School-Based Mental Health Technician

Effective School Solutions; Middlesex (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No weekends or on-call

Ongoing supervision

Free CEUs

Competitive salary + comprehensive ben

Job summary

Effective School Solutions is hiring a Mental Health Technician/Clinician to support students' behavioral health in New Jersey schools. You will collaborate with ESS clinicians to implement care plans, monitor progress, and provide in-classroom support to promote academic success and well-being.

Starting salary ranges from $60,000 to $65,000, with ongoing supervision, CEUs, and a comprehensive benefits package. No weekends; occasional evenings to engage families as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in school or clinical setting supporting student behavioral health.
• CPI or crisis prevention training preferred.
• Experience with students, families, and community-based mental health services.
• Strong interpersonal, problem solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary team.
• Cultural competency and sensitivity to diverse student populations.
• Demonstrated commitment to improving access to behavioral health services in schools.

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with ESS clinicians to support students' mental health and overall well-being
• Monitor and track student progress, providing timely updates to the interdisciplinary team
• Assist in the development, implementation and reinforcement of the individualized care plans
• Co-facilitate group interventions and student support sessions under clinician guidance
• Support therapeutic milieu management (e.g., scheduling sessions, managing passes, lunch support, skill building, escorting students)
• Provide in-classroom support through observation and targeted interventions
• Collect and track student data; assist in developing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) as needed
• Respond to crisis situations effectively, coordinating with clinicians, school staff, and parents as directed
• Collaborate with family and external providers to strengthen student support systems
• Assist with case management tasks, including referrals and connecting families to community resources

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Cultural competency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field

Tools

CPI crisis prevention training

Job description

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 by providing a full continuum of clinical programming, professional development, and district consultation.

Why This Role Matters

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

At ESS, Mental Health Technicians and Clinicians are trusted partners in shaping supportive school environments.

Starting salary range: $60,000-$65,000

Responsibilities

• Partner closely with ESS clinicians to support students' mental health and overall well-being
• Monitor and track student progress, providing timely updates to the interdisciplinary team
• Assist in the development, implementation and reinforcement of the individualized care plans
• Co-facilitate group interventions and student support sessions under clinician guidance
• Support therapeutic milieu management (e.g., scheduling sessions, managing passes, lunch support, skill building, escorting students)
• Provide in-classroom support through observation and targeted interventions
• Collect and track student data; assist in developing Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) as needed
• Respond to crisis situations effectively, coordinating with clinicians, school staff, and parents as directed
• Collaborate with family and external providers to strengthen student support systems
• Assist with case management tasks, including referrals and connecting families to community resources

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or related field
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in a school or clinical setting supporting student behavioral health
• Training in CPI or other crisis prevention and de-escalation training preferred
• Experience working with students, families, and community-based mental health or social service agencies
• Strong interpersonal, problem solving, and communication skills
• Knowledge of basic therapeutic interventions and counseling techniques
• Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Cultural competency and sensitivity to diverse student populations
• Demonstrated commitment to improving access to behavioral health services in schools

Why Staff Choose ESS

• School-day schedule - No weekends or on-call requirements; occasional evening hours as needed to support family engagement
• Ongoing supervision, behavioral support, and free CEUs
• Competitive salary + comprehensive benefits
• Clinical leadership at the heart of our company - guided by a CEO with a clinical background

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.