Job Description:

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.

Why Join BASIS Phoenix South?

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

• A comprehensive benefits package

What You'll Do

As a School Social Worker, you will:

• 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.

Qualifications

Required

• 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.

Preferred

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

• Bilingual in Spanish.

About BASIS Phoenix South

BASIS Phoenix South is proud to serve a diverse student population as a Title I campus. Our educators are passionate about ensuring every student has access to the support and opportunities they need to succeed.

If you're looking for a career where you can make a meaningful impact every day while helping students overcome barriers to success, we'd love to meet you.

Compensation & Benefits

Salary: $60,000-$65,000 annually, depending on education and experience.

BASIS offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Employer-paid medical and dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• Paid Time Off

• 401(k) with employer matching contributions that increase with years of service

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Childcare discounts through KinderCare

• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Notice of Non-Discrimination: In accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act and applicable state law, BASIS* does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, gender identity or expression, or any other classification protected by law in any of its business activities, including its educational programs and activities which comply fully with the requirements of state and federal law and Title IX. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding BASIS’ non-discrimination policies: Beverly Traver, Compliance and Equity Investigator, BASIS Educational Group, LLC., 7975 N. Hayden Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85258, (480) 289-2088.

*As used in this policy, the term "BASIS" refers to: BASIS Educational Group, LLC, BASIS Charter Schools, Inc., BTX Schools, Inc., BDC, A Public School, Inc., BBR Schools, Inc., and all affiliated entities.

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