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Licensed School-Based Mental Health Clinician ($5K signing bonus)

Galloway, NJ

Be Part of the Solution at Effective School Solutions (ESS) 

At Effective School Solutions, we’re redefining what school-based mental health can look like — balancing meaningful impact with professional stability and personal well-being. 

We offer: Clinician Supervision | School-Day Schedule (no evenings or weekends) | Light Summers (10 hr/wk for 5 weeks) | Competitive Pay and Benefits | Small Caseloads | A Collaborative Culture that values your growth and well-being. 

What you can expect: 

  • Multi-layered support from Regional Directors, Clinical Supervisors, and your school team 
  • Supervision hours toward licensure and robust training in school-focused interventions 
  • Stable workload — no intensive travel or unpredictable hours typical of family-based services 

About the Role 

ESS is a national leader in school-based mental health services, supporting 6,000+ students across 12 states. We bring the level of care found in private practice settings directly into public schools. 

The Lead Clinician will provide weekly therapy to students at Atlantic Community Charter School (Galloway, NJ) as part of our Tier 2 Clinic Model, serving students with mild to moderate mental-health needs typically managed in an outpatient setting. Clinicians receive comprehensive training and ongoing support from our experienced clinical management team. 

Key Responsibilities 

  • Manage a caseload of 20–30 students within the school. 
  • Conduct assessments and provide individual and family therapy. 
  • Diagnose students for insurance billing and complete all required documentation. 
  • Deliver evidence-based interventions that support emotional and academic stability. 
  • Collaborate with school teams and refer students to appropriate levels of care as needed. 
  • Participate in team meetings and training to advance clinical practice. 

Qualifications 

  • Master’s degree and full independent license (LCSW, LPC, or LMFT) in New Jersey. 
  • 3+ years’ experience working with children or adolescents with emotional/behavioral challenges. 
  • Experience in trauma-attuned modalities and outpatient settings preferred. 
  • Familiarity with school systems and insurance billing (NPI and CAQH required or willing to obtain). 
  • Strong clinical documentation, communication, and problem-solving skills. 

Why Join ESS 

  • Directly impact youth mental health in schools. 
  • School-day schedule with generous time off and light summer hours. 
  • Excellent training, supervision, and career growth opportunities. 
  • Supportive, mission-driven culture that values clinician voice. 
  • Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. 

Effective School Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, disability, or any other protected category. 

The starting salary for this position ranges between $70,000-$75,000. 

Be part of the solution. Be part of ESS. 

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