School-Based Therapist: Stable Hours & Growth

Effective School Solutions; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Effective School Solutions in Redwood City, CA is seeking a School-Based Therapist to provide therapeutic services to a small group of students with emotional and behavioral challenges, supporting their social, emotional, and academic growth. You’ll collaborate with school staff and families to create safe, trauma-attuned environments that promote lasting stability for students.

Key responsibilities include delivering individual, group, and family therapy; coordinating care and referrals;

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience with children/adolescents facing behavioral or emotional challenges.
• Active associate registration (ACSW/AMFT/APCC) or California licensure (LCSW/LMFT/LPCC).
• Strong communication, collaboration, and documentation skills.
• Experience in school-based or youth mental health settings preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office and EMR systems.

Responsibilities

• Deliver individual, group, and family therapy per trauma-informed care.
• Coordinate care and referrals to community services.
• Collaborate with school administration, teachers, and ESS teams to support student success.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and participate in team meetings.
• Engage families through programming and parent support as needed.

Skills

Experience with children/adolescents

Trauma-informed care

Tools

Microsoft Office

EMR systems

Job description

Effective School Solutions in Redwood City, CA is seeking a School-Based Therapist to provide therapeutic services to a small group of students with emotional and behavioral challenges, supporting their social, emotional, and academic growth. You’ll collaborate with school staff and families to create safe, trauma-attuned environments that promote lasting stability for students.

Key responsibilities include delivering individual, group, and family therapy; coordinating care and referrals;