State of Colorado Behavioral Health Specialist Pay

Based on 53 postings, Dec 2025–Sep 2026

State of Colorado posted Behavioral Health Specialist pay of $83,448/yr in September 2026. Across 53 postings (Dec 2025–Sep 2026) the posted ranges ran $74,940–$87,612/yr.

$83,448/yr

No Behavioral Health Specialist openings at State of Colorado right now. Past postings and their pay are below.

53PostingsDec 2025–Sep 2026
0Open right now
6Distinct ranges posted

Pay changes for the same job

PostingPosted ranges over time
Behavioral Health Specialist, Social Work / Counselor III - Platte Valley Youth Services CenterJan 2026 $82,620/yr → Jul 2026 $83,448/yr
Behavioral Health Specialist, Social Work/Counselor III - GilliamApr 2026 $82,620/yr → Jul 2026 $83,448/yr
Behavioral Health Specialist, Social Work/Counselor III - Marvin FooteApr 2026 $82,620/yr → Aug 2026 $83,448/yr
Behavioral Health Specialist, Social Work/Counselor III - Zebulon PikeJun 2026 $82,620/yr → Jul 2026 $83,448/yr
Behavioral Health Specialist, Social Work/Counselor III - Pueblo Youth Services CenterJun 2026 $82,620/yr → Jul 2026 $83,448/yr

Posted pay ranges

Each distinct range State of Colorado posted for Behavioral Health Specialist roles, oldest first. Ranges differ by level, department and assignment.

Behavioral Health Specialist, Social Work / Counselor III - Spring Creek Youth Services CenterFirst posted Dec 2025
$82,620/yr
Behavioral Health Specialist, Social Work/Counselor II - Campus at Lookout Mountain YSCFirst posted Jan 2026
$74,940/yr
Behavioral Health Specialist (Social Worker / Counselor I) - Lookout Mountain Youth ServicesFirst posted Apr 2026
$33/hr
Behavioral Health Specialist, Social Work/Counselor IIFirst posted Jul 2026
$75,684/yr
Behavioral Health Specialist (Social Work/Counselor IV) - Campus at Mount ViewFirst posted Jul 2026
$87,612/yr
Behavioral Health Specialist, Social Work / Counselor III - Platte Valley Youth Services CenterFirst posted Jul 2026
$83,448/yr

Pay by level

Base titlePosted Sep 2026
$83,448/yr
IIIPosted Jul 2026
$82,620/yr

Postings this is based on

Pay as published in the employer's own job postings. Past postings are shown for pay only; they are closed.

PostedPostingRange
Sep 4, 2026Behavioral Health Specialist, Social Work/Counselor III - Marvin Foote$83,448/yr
Aug 26, 2026Behavioral Health Specialist, Social Work / Counselor III - Platte Valley Youth Services Center$83,448/yr
Aug 22, 2026Behavioral Health Specialist (Assessment), Social Work/Counselor III - Youth Services Center$83,448/yr
Aug 14, 2026Behavioral Health Specialist, Social Work/Counselor III - Gilliam$83,448/yr
Aug 12, 2026Behavioral Health Specialist, Social Work/Counselor III - Spring Creek Youth Services Center$83,448/yr
Aug 11, 2026Behavioral Health Specialist (Social Work/Counselor IV) - Division of Youth Services, Denver$87,612/yr
Aug 4, 2026Behavioral Health Specialist, Social Work/Counselor III - Marvin Foote$83,448/yr
Aug 4, 2026Behavioral Health Specialist, Social Work/Counselor II - Campus at Mount View YSC$75,684/yr
Aug 2, 2026Behavioral Health Specialist, Social Work/Counselor II - Platte Valley YSC$75,684/yr
Jul 25, 2026Behavioral Health Specialist, Social Work / Counselor III - Platte Valley Youth Services Center$83,448/yr

State of Colorado Behavioral Health Specialist Pay: FAQ

How much does State of Colorado pay a Behavioral Health Specialist?

State of Colorado's most recent Behavioral Health Specialist posting (September 2026) listed $83,448/yr.

What is the Behavioral Health Specialist pay range at State of Colorado?

Across 53 Behavioral Health Specialist postings from Dec 2025–Sep 2026, posted pay ran $74,940–$87,612/yr.

Has State of Colorado Behavioral Health Specialist pay changed?

Yes. Behavioral Health Specialist, Social Work / Counselor III - Platte Valley Youth Services Center: Jan 2026 $82,620/yr → Jul 2026 $83,448/yr.

What does each Behavioral Health Specialist level pay?

Base title: $83,448/yr (Sep 2026); III: $82,620/yr (Jul 2026).