School Counselor 26/27

Basis Ed•Phoenix, AZ

17h•Onsite

About The Position

BASIS is seeking a compassionate and dedicated School Counselor in the East Phoenix Metro Area to join our school for the 2026/27 school year! As a School Counselor, you will provide guidance and support to students in their personal, social, and academic development. You will collaborate with teachers, administrators, and parents to create a positive and inclusive learning environment that promotes students' overall well-being. Your role will involve counseling students individually and in groups, conducting assessments, and implementing programs to address students' emotional and behavioral challenges.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree (required).
State certification or licensure as a School Counselor (required).
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build trust and rapport with students, parents and faculty members.
Knowledge of assessment techniques, counseling theories and intervention strategies.
Familiarity with laws, regulations and ethical guidelines pertaining to school counseling.
Ability to work collaboratively, maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive situations with professionalism.
Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Proficient computer skills and familiarity with counseling software.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in counseling or related field (preferred).
2 years experience in providing services to students in an educational setting (preferred).

Responsibilities

Conduct individual and group counseling sessions to help students overcome personal, social and academic challenges.
Assess students needs and develop personalized plans to enhance their well-being and achieve academic success.
Collaborate with teachers, parents and administrators to identify and address students emotional and behavioral issues.
Provide crisis intervention and support to students experience emergencies or traumatic events.
Guide students in setting goals, making informed decisions and developing effective study and time management skills.
Design and deliver workshops and presentations on topics such as bullying, stress management, career planning and college readiness.
Maintain accurate and confidential records of counseling sessions and student progress.
Stay up to date with best practices in school counseling and participate in professional development activities.
Advocate for students needs and work with community resources to provide additional support when necessary.