Description
SPECIALIST
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE: Mental Health Specialist FLSA STATUS: Exempt
REPORTS TO: Director of Student Support Services PAY GRADE: ADM3
LOCATION: Education Support Services DAYS: 228
JOB ID & DATE: ADM-44| May, 2026
JOB PURPOSE SUMMARY
Provide leadership acting as team lead responder and primary mental health professional to the district in times of crisis. Coordinate and collaborate with district departments, administrators, counselors, special service providers, community, and state agencies to promote student well-being and safety. Support the district wide suicide prevention training for Adams 14 staff and responsible for grant management and support.
REQUIREMENTS
Education Level Details
Master's Degree in education psychology, social work with emphasis on clinical practices. .
License / Certification Required
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (DORA) strongly preferred.
Work Experience Required
Experience providing mental health services within a K-12 educational system preferred
Minimum of five years of clinical practice and supervisory experience preferred.
Other Skills and Abilities Required
Thorough understanding of mental health disorders of children and adolescents.
Thorough understanding of addiction disorders.
In depth knowledge and experience with suicide assessment and prevention.
Working understanding of the impact of mental health issues and the effects of trauma on students
Ability to assess students' individual needs and develop appropriate support plans.
Strong public speaking skills with the ability to provide multimedia presentations on the topic of mental health issues of children and adolescents.
Ability to adapt and grow mental health services in a proactive manner as system needs change.
Ability to implement the required process of suicide risk assessment and student safety plans.
Ability to be on call 24 hours per day.
KEY FUNCTIONS, ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Major Responsibilities
- Coordinate the School Based Mental Health Program; Communicate between the therapists from community agencies and school based mental health coordinators consistently.
- Assess common barriers faced by students and families seeking services and provide support to overcome obstacles and increase services.
- Renew, create, and coordinate between community mental health providers and the District.
- Create communications for community partners and the District.
- Assess needs and add/coordinate therapists as needed.
- Develop, communicate, and Integrate SEL and Mental Health services using an Interconnected Systems Framework in all Adams 14 schools.
- Provide job embedded coaching to Mental Health Specialists including counselors, education psychologist, Licensed Specialist in School Psychology, and Social Workers
- Plan and facilitate professional development for Mental Health Specialists including counselors, education psychologist, Licensed Specialist in School Psychology, and Social Workers
- Assist school SEL/MTSS teams to develop and implement a Mental Health service system within their MTSS.
- Provide ongoing coaching and support to the SEL/MTSS teams on the implementation of mental health best practices within the tiered system of support.
- Collect district wide school based mental health data and other data, as applicable, and prepare related reports.
- Work closely with school staff, community partners, parents/guardians and students to raise awareness, reduce stigma regarding mental wellness.
- Improve access for students to mental health supports in both school and community.
- Work toward continuous improvement in the District by contributing ideas, problem-solving, assisting and motivating others, and adapting to new ideas and procedures.
- Maintain accurate and accountable records and documentation of assigned activities.
- Provide individual and group clinical supervision of the Mental Health Team and ongoing consultation, supervision, and evaluation of the campus providers.
- Conduct regular supervision meetings, ongoing consultation, and coordinate year-round.
- 24-hour availability to all members of the team for emergency consultation and support.
- Provide support and oversight of the district wide suicide prevention and education program including recommendation of the suicide assessment training for Adams 14 Mental Health Specialists, and the trauma responsive education and training provided by the Mental Health and Education providers.
- Provide direct support to students experiencing a mental health crisis
Budget and/or Resource Responsibilities
- Develop, review and approve campus/departmental operating policies, procedures, and budgets
- Contribute in collaborative decision making regarding the purchase of resources
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Supervision of direct reports that include Mental Health Specialist, Psychologist, Social Workers, and Counselors
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS
The physical demands, work environment factors and mental functions described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will work primarily in a usual office or school environment. The Employee may be required to work from a remote location in the event of a district shut-down or other event.
Mental Functions: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate, compare, analyze, coordinate, instruct, evaluate, and use interpersonal skills. Occasionally required to compile, copy, compute and negotiate.
TRANSPARENCY IN PAY AND BENEFITS
Adams 14 is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits and complies with Colorado's Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, financial security, and well-being of our employees.
Compensation for this position is $83,645 to $123,478 per year (2026-2027), based on verified experience and qualifications, and aligned with the Adams 14 salary schedule. This position is scheduled for 228 work days annually. Additional compensation opportunities may be available through stipends or supplemental assignments, depending on job responsibilities.
Benefits include: Paid Time Off (PTO), Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, District contributions to Health Savings Accounts (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with free and confidential support services, Wellness and preventive care programs. Voluntary coverage options for life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), critical illness, cancer care, legal assistance, and accident insurance are available for all full-time staff.
Retirement and voluntary benefits include: Membership in the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA) and optional retirement savings plans including 403(b) and 457(b).
For more detailed information, please review the Adams 14 Employee Benefits Guide, available on the District website.