District Bilingual School Mental Health Provider

Englewood Schools • Denver, CO

17h • Hybrid

About The Position

The Bilingual School Mental Health Provider (Spanish/English) will deliver comprehensive, culturally responsive mental health services to Spanish-speaking students and families across the district. This role focuses on removing barriers to learning by addressing students' behavioral, emotional, and social needs. The ideal candidate will bridge linguistic and cultural gaps, providing direct Mental Health Services or guidance interventions, collaborating with educators, and connecting families with vital community resources. This position will support already existing mental health professionals already full time in each school building. This position is grant-funded through the 2028-2029 school year, with the opportunity for extension pending future funding.

Requirements

• Native or professional fluency in Spanish and English is required.
• Must be able to conduct counseling, interpret psychological concepts, and write professional correspondence accurately in both languages (English and Spanish).
• Master's degree
• English fluency will be determined through the interview process.
• Currently hold a CDE license and endorsement in Counseling, Social Work or School Psychologist.
• Valid Colorado Driver's License required.
• Current First Aid and CPR (or obtained within the first six months of employment).
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in response to change.
• Possesses computer and technology skills.
• Effectively works with students from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Collaborates well with supervisors and co-workers.
• Capable of understanding and following both complex oral and written instructions.
• Able to perform duties independently with minimal supervision.
• Communicates effectively with the School District community.
• Skilled in analysis, instruction, negotiation, coordination, communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal interactions.
• Proficient in comparing, computing, synthesizing, and evaluating information.
• Meets attendance standards and works the necessary hours to fulfill essential responsibilities.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Upholds a generally positive attitude.
• Complies with all District policies and procedures.
• Adheres to federal and state laws, regulations, and policies.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with children and adolescents in a school or clinical setting preferred.
• Deep understanding of the cultural nuances, systemic barriers, and diverse backgrounds within the local Hispanic/Latino/x community.
• Strong knowledge of trauma-informed care and restorative practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling/therapy to Spanish-speaking students dealing with trauma, anxiety, depression, academic stress, or behavioral challenges.
• Conduct crisis interventions and risk assessments (e.g., harm to self or others) in the student's primary language.
• Facilitate evidence-based support groups tailored to the needs of the student population (e.g., acculturation stress, grief, social skills).
• This position will be a part of the district Mental Health team working with all counselors, social workers and psychs.
• Administer and interpret culturally and linguistically fair screenings and assessments (specific to the professional's scope of practice).
• Maintain confidential, accurate, and timely documentation of services rendered, progress notes, and parental consents in compliance with FERPA and HIPAA.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested.
• Prioritize and schedule work tasks independently.
• Create and implement effective, efficient process-management strategies (e.g., procedures, instructional groups, transition materials, and supplies).
• Maintain accurate records in accordance with professional standards, state guidelines, and school system policy.
• Review processes for opportunities for improvement and make changes as needed to ensure instructional quality.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• pre-tax savings options through Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), with monthly District contributions for HSA.
• The costs for short and long-term disability programs are 100% covered
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides counseling and support services
• wellness programs promote a healthy lifestyle.
• comprehensive retirement plan through the Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association (PERA)
• additional retirement savings options including 401(k), 403(b), and 457(b) plans.
• Optional voluntary plans are also available for life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D), critical illness, cancer, and accidents

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level