Caseworker II

Caseworker II

FT / PT Status Full-Time
Benefits EligibilityThis position is eligible for a full benefits package.
Salary $24.95 - $ Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter Staci Ditzer
Application Deadline 11/1/2026*

*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.

Key Responsibilities

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact and help others transform their lives Join our passionate dedicated team as a Caseworker and play a pivotal role in empowering justice-involved individuals through accountability rehabilitation education and support in a safe dynamic environment.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The Division of Reentry and Rehabilitation is looking for a driven compassionate Caseworker to join our skilled team working with clients at the Central Utah Correctional this rewarding role you will implement evidence-based programs designed to safely reintegrate individuals into the community promote long-term success and strengthen public safety. If you thrive in collaborative environments and are passionate about supportive rehabilitation strategies this opportunity is for you!

Note: Based upon the applicants qualifications the Division may underfill this position at a Case Worker I position.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Experience working with Volunteer and Religious Services (VRS) or as an Individual Service Provider in a prison environment supporting education and religious programming

• Experience teaching educational classes

• Experience in case management principles

• Effective speaking reading and written communication skills

• Knowledge of risk assessments and criminogenic risk factors

These are examples of an ideal candidate but do not preclude other applicants from being hired for the position or the position to be underfilled.

Qualifications

Responsibilities:

• Coordinates efforts to find appropriate services (housing transportation employment medical mental health and other social services) from community providers collateral agencies and other community partners.

• Provides classes to address criminogenic risks and support for offenders in a prison environment or on a housing unit. Works with Volunteer and Religious Services (VRS) or as an Institutional Service Provider (ISP) to assist offenders working toward rehabilitation and reentry by facilitating educational and religious support. Services may also be provided to family members.

• Helps clients to obtain necessary identification (i.e birth certificate drivers license tribal ID etc.)

• Provides written and verbal communication with Adult Probation and Parole Agents and Supervisor on treatment progression.

• Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

This list contains requirements knowledge skills and abilities associated with these duties:

• Computer skills Microsoft Office products Google Docs and UDC software.

• Justice system rules records procedures and protocol.

• Compose and produce reports documents and related material.

• Use of interviewing techniques such as motivational interviewing.

Supplemental Information:

• Job Series:
  This job may be filled at any of the advertised levels listed below. Salary depends on the job level offered within the series.
  
  Caseworker I
  Salary Range: $19.24 - $28.86
  
  Caseworker II
  Salary Range: $21.41 - $32.20 Note: At this level the best qualified individuals will have obtained licensure as a Social Service Worker.

• Risks found in potentially dangerous or unusual environmental stress situations e.g. being subject to possible physical attack. Institutional/Correctional surroundings and hazards including being subject to possible physical attack. Safety and risk issues inherent while working within a correctional facility with an offender population are presumed.

• Work requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend crouch stoop stretch reach lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time.

• May be required to provide 24 hour on call services. Policy requires employee to provide on-call services to respond to situations which may occur during non-duty hours.

• All questions must be answered fully and in the format requested if applicable. Failure to do so may result in disqualification. Entering see resume as an answer will be considered an incomplete answer. Cutting and pasting pertinent information from your resume is acceptable but should be edited to be a precise answer to the question.

• NOTE: Department of Human Resource Management rules regarding promotions and transfers apply to current state employees.

• Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

• Salary will be based on the Career Ladder for current UDC employees

About the Role

Location
255 East 300 North
Gunnison Utah 84634
United States
Background Check Required A comprehensive background investigation which may include a polygraph may be required.
Drug Test Required Yes
Schedule Code B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team
In Utah we believe hard work is important but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah click here. Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation strong work ethics and mutual support.

The Agency

The Utah Department of Corrections as a dedicated team of professionals ensures public safety by effectively managing offenders while maintaining close collaboration with partner agencies and the community. Our team is devoted to providing maximum opportunities for offenders to make lasting changes through accountability treatment education and positive reinforcement within a safe environment.

For additional information about the Utah Department of Corrections please go to this link. Statement
The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations please contact .

Required Experience:

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