School-Based Mental Health Technician (High School)

Effective School SolutionsNewark, New Jersey, United States · Posted 1 month ago

Full-timeEst. 55,000 USD

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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: $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, 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

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 
✔ Light summers — 10 hours/week for 5 weeks with full-time pay

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