School-Based Mental Health Technician (Middle School)

Effective School Solutions · Carteret, NJ

Posted 9/2/2026 · last confirmed live 9/3/2026

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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 in a middle school in Carteret school district 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, 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     ✔  Small caseloads     ✔  Ongoing supervision, clinical 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.     #HP

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