Company:
Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences and the Arts
Job Location:
Category:
Counseling and Psychological Services
Type:
Full-Time
Employment Status: 10-month, full-time, exempt
Salary Range: $57,000
Expected Start Date: April 1, 2026
Application deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately. Open until filled.
Make a difference and support the well-being of Arkansas’ brightest young minds.
The Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences, and the Arts (ASMSA), a campus of the University of Arkansas System, invites applications from highly qualified candidates for a ten-month, full-time Licensed Social Worker opening beginning March 5, 2026.
The social worker will play a critical role in addressing the social and emotional needs of gifted and talented students within a specialized educational community. The social worker will be responsible for a range of clinical responsibilities under the supervision of the Licensed Professional Counselor, coordinating services and projects related to the social and emotional well-being of ASMSA students.
The primary focus of the work is treatment in individual therapy modality, providing counseling/talk therapy to students in need using professional counseling standards. Related case management duties include working with students, their families, off-campus care providers, and on-campus support services.
This position also provides the opportunity to contribute to outreach, education, and wellness initiatives that support the broader campus community.
Why Join ASMSA?
- Competitive Salary:
Commensurate with qualifications and experience. - Highly Motivated Students: Work with gifted and talented students from across Arkansas.
- Meaningful Impact: Support student well-being in a unique residential learning environment.
- Full Benefits Package: Health, dental, vision, retirement matching, and paid leave.
- Professional Collaboration: Work alongside faculty, counselors, and student support professionals.
- Beautiful Location: Live and work in Hot Springs, a vibrant community known for outdoor recreation, arts, and culture.
About ASMSA
ASMSA is a public, residential high school serving gifted, talented, and motivated students from across Arkansas. As the early college campus of the University of Arkansas System, ASMSA specializes in STEM and the Arts and provides an elite academic environment where students earn an average of 50 hours of college credit while completing high school.
Recognized by national publications such as Newsweek, The Daily Beast, and The Washington Post as one of America’s top high schools, ASMSA offers a learning and living environment that is truly unique in Arkansas.
Your Role as a Social Worker at ASMSA
- Provide individual counseling/talk therapy to students experiencing social or emotional challenges.
- Assess student mental and behavioral health and develop appropriate treatment plans.
- Coordinate services with families, community providers, and campus support teams.
- Assist with case management, referrals, and care coordination as needed.
- Participate in crisis response and student support interventions when appropriate.
- Collaborate with the Student Development team to promote student wellness and resilience.
- Contribute to campus outreach, education, and wellness initiatives that support student well-being.
- Maintain appropriate documentation and uphold professional and ethical standards of confidentiality.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree from an accredited institution in Mental Health Counseling, Social Work, Psychology, or Educational Psychology.
- Three years of counseling or therapy experience is preferred.
- Current Arkansas license (or eligibility within six months of hire) in one of the following helping professions:
- Licensed Professional Counselor / Mental Health Service Provider
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Licensed Master Social Worker
- Experience in student support programs, with preference for candidates familiar with gifted and talented high school populations.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit the following materials via the Workday platform:
- Letter of Interest
- Resume
- Valid Professional License
Visit https://www.asmsa.org/employment-opportunities for institutional information and application instructions.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.