School Social Worker

Basis Ed•Phoenix, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

BASIS Phoenix South is seeking a compassionate, student-centered School Social Worker to join our team! This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting students' mental health, strengthening family partnerships, and helping create a safe, supportive school community where every student can thrive. As a School Social Worker, you'll work closely with school leadership, teachers, counselors, families, and community partners to provide direct support to students while helping lead school-wide prevention and intervention efforts. If you're passionate about helping students overcome challenges and reach their full potential, we'd love to hear from you. This position is grant funded through the Arizona Department of Education School Safety Program. At BASIS Charter Schools, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. As a School Social Worker, you'll play a vital role in supporting student well-being while working alongside a collaborative team of educators and school leaders who are committed to making a difference. You'll enjoy: Meaningful, mission-driven work that positively impacts students and families, a collaborative and supportive school leadership team, the opportunity to build lasting relationships with students, the ability to influence school climate and student success, ongoing professional development and collaboration, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university.
Arizona Department of Education School Social Worker (PreK-12) certification, or the ability to obtain certification.
Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
Knowledge of school-based mental health practices, crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, and behavioral support strategies.
Ability to work effectively with students, families, educators, and community partners.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children or adolescents in a school, clinical, or community setting.
Bilingual in Spanish.

Responsibilities

Provide individual and small-group counseling for students experiencing social, emotional, behavioral, or mental health challenges.
Conduct student assessments and develop intervention strategies that promote student well-being and academic success.
Collaborate with administrators, teachers, counselors, families, and community partners to coordinate student support services.
Connect students and families with behavioral health providers and community resources.
Respond to student crises and provide intervention, support, and follow-up services.
Serve as an active member of the School Safety Program Team (SSPT), helping strengthen school safety, prevention, and student wellness initiatives.
Participate in behavioral intervention planning and threat assessment processes when appropriate.
Maintain accurate and confidential student records in accordance with FERPA and applicable regulations.
Participate in professional development, school safety training, and staff meetings.
Perform other duties as assigned.