Licensed Clinical Therapist (underfill Caseworker III)

Licensed Clinical Therapist (underfill Caseworker III)

FT / PT Status Full-Time
Salary $32.00 - $ Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter Staci Ditzer
Application Deadline 8/11/2026*

*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

*****************NEW $6000 SIGN ON BONUS IS NOW AVAILABLE****************

(Must be hired as a Licensed Clinical Therapist to receive the bonus. $3000 willbe paid upon hire and an additional $3000 will be paid after the first year ofemployment. Those hired as a Caseworker III would be eligible for the bonus once becoming fully licensed as an LCT)

Do you want to change a family story Join us in changing the lives of generations ofunderserved clients while making Utah safer. The Utah Department of CorrectionsReentry and Rehabilitation Division that works with substance use and mental health is looking for a Licensed Clinical Therapist (LCT) to provide treatment to people on probation and parole at the Northern Utah Community Correction Center 2445 W Water Tower Way Ogden UT

Join our team to help improve lives and create a safer Utah. As a licensed clinicaltherapist with the department of corrections you will provide group and individualtherapy to individuals under the supervision of the Department of Corrections in oursubstance use treatment program. Treatment is evidence based and shown to beeffective with a criminal justice population. You also practice through a trauma informedand gender responsive lens. Typical duties include assessments documentation ofclient interactions and treatment and discharge planning.

This is a full time position with state employee benefits.

Candidates for this Position Must Have:

A Masters Degree in a clinical mental health field i.e. social work clinical mentalhealth counseling marriage and family therapy.

A license to practice in Utah in one of the fields listed above.

The ability to balance group and individual sessions while keeping up on documentation.

Qualifications

Facilitate cognitive behavioral therapy and trauma groups

Provide individual counseling sessions

Conduct clinical assessments including the ASAM assessment and recommend the appropriate level of care

Create relevant and individualized treatment and discharge/transition plans

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of mental health professionals law enforcement agents and others

Maintain accurate and thorough documentation of the treatment episode

If fully licensed you may be asked to supervise student interns

Preferred Qualifications:

Be trauma informed

Familiar with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Motivational Interviewing and SocialLearning Theory.

Able to work well individually and on a team

Have working knowledge of the ASAM

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Skilled in deescalation techniques

Able to speak Spanish

Supplemental Information:

Position may be underfilled as a Caseworker III upon the qualifications of theapplicant. The Caseworker III shall be Licensed as Associate Clinical MentalHealth Counselor Associate Marriage and Family Therapist or a Certified SocialWorker.

*Note: If this position is filled as a Caseworker III the selected candidate shall obtain a

full license within thirty (30) months from date of hire.

This position is NOT public safety certified and does not require peace officerstatus or certification.

Risks found in the typical office setting which is adequately lighted heatedand ventilated e.g. safe use of office equipment avoiding trips and fallsobserving fire regulations etc.

Typically the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; howeverthere may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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

About the Role

Location
2445Ss Water Tower Way 1125 W
Ogden Utah 84401
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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