Social Worker in Littleton, CO

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced mental health professional to lead impactful program coordination in an educational setting. This contract position, working on-site near Littleton, CO, is designed to strengthen and implement substance use prevention and behavioral health initiatives at the district level. With a flexible 20-40 hour/week schedule running through late May 2027, you'll serve as a key resource in building sustainable, equitable mental health systems to support students and staff—without direct school or caseload assignments.

Key Qualifications:

• Demonstrated background in program management and systems-level work within schools
• Mental health professional experience required; school-based experience highly valued
• Colorado DOE or DORA-issued School Social Worker license preferred (not mandatory)
• Proven ability to design, implement, and evaluate programs and professional learning
• Experience collaborating with diverse school, district, and community partners

Role Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of onboarding and implementation plans for district-wide programs focused on 9th-grade transitions, SEL, and substance use prevention
• Establish frameworks and clear timelines to guide the work from inception through sustained implementation
• Identify and bridge resource gaps within the school system, fostering equity in access and support
• Design staff training, coaching, and materials to improve intervention consistency and data-informed practices
• Develop and refine data-tracking and progress-monitoring systems, supporting decision-making and long-term outcomes
• Coordinate with community mental health providers and boost staff capacity to identify and respond to behavioral health and substance use concerns
• Support alternatives to suspension and promote restorative, evidence-based practices to engage students

Immerse yourself in meaningful work that prioritizes prevention, early intervention, and student well-being across the district. If you’re passionate about building systems for sustainable student success and are ready to make an immediate impact, submit your application today!