School-Based Mental Health Technician

Effective School Solutions; New Jersey; On-site; USD 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits

Ongoing supervision and free CEUs

School-day schedule; no weekends

Job summary

Effective School Solutions in New Jersey is seeking a Mental Health Technician to support students' behavioral health within public schools. You will partner with ESS clinicians to implement individualized care plans and monitor progress.

The role emphasizes collaboration with families and community providers, crisis response, and in-classroom support, with avenues for supervision and CEUs. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Communication skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Cultural competency

Crisis prevention skills

Education

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

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.