Mental Health Professional

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Mapleton Public Schools, Adams County District #1 does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, marital status, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities. Inquiries may be referred to the Deputy Superintendent of Human Resources, 7350 Broadway, Denver, CO 80221.

, or the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 1961 Stout Street, Denver, CO 80204.

Mental Health Professional – School Psychologist or School Social Worker

9200 York St, Thornton, CO 80229
- York International

Licensed Salary Schedule, $60,004 - $124,634 Annual Salary

190 Days

Executive Director of Integrated Services or Designee

York International School is a globally minded K‑12 school. As an active, rigorous learning community, students focus on college and post‑secondary preparation from kindergarten to 12th grade. Student learning is enriched in this K‑12 environment with opportunities for older and younger students to interact and learn from one another, after‑school enrichment programming, and diverse student leadership clubs and groups. Students may also participate in the Engineering and Technology Pathway.

Successful York students are highly active learners and well‑rounded students with a strong commitment to academics and the York community.

In Mapleton, we believe you deserve every opportunity to maximize your unique potential. We offer a comprehensive benefits package focused on choice, quality, and value. To learn more about any one of the benefits and advantages of being a part of the Mapleton family, please visit our Benefits page.

• Must hold a Special Services Provider license from the Colorado Department of Education with a School Psychologist or School Social Worker endorsement.
• Additional endorsement in Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Education preferred, or willingness to pursue endorsement or equivalent coursework.

• Articulate and act on a personal vision that directly relates to the district's vision of Superior Quality Education for All.
• Identify and address the diverse needs of learners to provide expanded opportunities and support for learner success.
• Establish and maintain a strong collaborative and consultative working relationship with staff and parents.
• Exhibit commitments and competencies ensuring an integrated delivery model of service, including the demonstration of skills in developing and delivering counseling services.
• Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to the IEP process and a standards‑based system of designing and delivering services and assessments.
• Demonstrate and model high expectations for all students to succeed.
• Understand that Special Education paperwork is an essential part of the position; organize and complete paperwork on time and document important events and contacts.
• Demonstrate effective time management, including completion of assessments, evaluations, and special education paperwork.
• Attend and/or facilitate student‑centered/parent‑friendly IEP meetings.
• Work collaboratively with administration, school, and district staff.
• Provide professional staff development as needed.
• Provide direct services to students and communicate effectively with parents.
• Support behavior interventions for students and provide staff with effective strategies and interventions as needed.
• Understand and comply with all state and federal rules and regulations.
• Be flexible and adaptable to changing needs of schools, students, and meeting schedules.

Special Education staff are hired and assigned to schools and programs based on the level and type of student needs. Special Education assignments may require training from the Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) on non‑verbal de‑escalation and physical restraint. The district will provide the training/certification at no cost to the employee and in accordance with Board Policy. New employees in…