Effective School Solutions

school-based mental health services

School-BasedMentalHealthTechnician

$50–55k New Jersey, United States
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“School-Based Mental Health Technician at Effective School Solutions. Skills: behavioral health support, individualized care plans, therapeutic milieu management. support students' mental health and overall well-being. Monitor and track student progress”

What You'll Achieve.

helping students succeed academically; build resilience; thrive

Industry & Context.

school based mental health services
Problems you'll solve

problem solving skills

Eligibility Requirements

occasional evening hours as needed to support family engagement

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

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, Experience working with students, families, and community-based mental health or social service agencies, 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

What You'll Do.

support students' mental health and overall well-being

Monitor and track student progress

Assist in the development

implementation and reinforcement of the individualized care plans

Co-facilitate group interventions and student support sessions

Support therapeutic milieu management

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 effectively

Maintain accurate and timely documentation

Assist with case management tasks

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Partner closely with ESS clinicians; providing timely updates to the interdisciplinary team; collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team; coordinating with clinicians, school staff, and parents; Collaborate with family and external providers

Communication Scope

communication skills

Full Job Description

MENTAL HEALTH TECHNICIAN Transforming student mental health in schools.  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: $50,000-$55,000 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 Maintain accurate and timely documentation (data collection, observations, scheduling, etc.) 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, Soci

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