Senior Assistant Caseworker- DCFS Salt Lake Region (Sandy)

Senior Assistant Caseworker- DCFS Salt Lake Region (Sandy)

FT / PT Status Full-Time
Salary $17.95 - $27.34 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office Hybrid

Recruiter Tamra Alfaro
Application Deadline 8/12/2026*

*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.

Senior Assistant Caseworker Office Support
Starting Pay: $17.95

This position may be eligible to work a hybrid schedule of both in-office and telework days. Please note a positions eligibility for hybrid work is established by agency management and is subject to change at their discretion at any time and for any reason.

The State of Utah requires all employees to physically work inside the State of Utah Boundaries.

The Utah Division of Child & Family Services (DCFS) Metro office is seeking a highly motivated individual with professional work experience in an office setting to fill their Senior Assistant Caseworker Office Support position. Become part of a team of professionals working together to keep children safe and strengthen families in our communities!

Key Responsibilities

A Senior Assistant Caseworker Office Support is a clerical position and serves as a resource to the professional child welfare social work staff by providing direct client services including: taking notes and minutes and distributing minutes from Staff meetings and Team meetings; answering phones; greeting visitors and clients; completing Clear Search requests for caseworkers; helping to supervising visits; and transporting youth.

Starting Pay: $17.95

Responsibilities

• Assisting in covering the reception area.

• Greeting and assisting walk-in clients.

• Preparing letters and/or documentation for courts and/or clients.

• Receiving incoming telephone calls and direct them to the appropriate staff member.

• Mailing certified mail to clients or sheriff; tracking in SAFE case system.

• Creating maintaining scanning and/or archiving files reports etc.

• Retrieving files for workers AGs supervisors and audits.

• Assisting with 24-hour notifications and priors.

• Taking and transcribing minutes at meetings.

• Assisting with completing Medicaid applications.

• Responsible for processing payments managing financial transactions and handling other related financial tasks as assigned.

• Knowledge of google workspace applications preferred

• Transporting clients and children.

• Supervising and monitoring visits.

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• A valid Utah drivers license is required.

• Skilled using Microsoft Word Excel and Adobe Pro to create and prepare documents.

• Communicates effectively clearly and concisely verbally and in writing.

• Adept at dealing with people in a manner which shows sensitivity tact and professionalism.

• Maintains strict confidentiality.

• Great public relation skills.

• Gives attention to small details for accuracy of information provided.

Preferences

Preference may be given to candidates who have:

• Previous and/or current experience working for the Utah Division of Child & Family Services (DCFS)

• Experience working in an office setting

• Experience working with the States social welfare database system SAFE

• Adobe Pro experience

Supplemental Information

• All DCFS job offers are contingent upon passing a Background Screening Application (BSA).

• Eligible for Flexible/Hybrid schedule.

• The State of Utah requires all employees to physically work inside the State of Utah Boundaries.

Physical Requirements

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

Working Conditions

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

About the Role

Location
10008 S Creek Run Way
Sandy Utah 84070
United States

Drivers License Requirement-Employees hired for this recruitment will be subject to the Driver Eligibility standards found at the following link: Check Required Yes
Drug Test Required No
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

Become an integral part of a Utah Division working together to keep children safe and strengthen families in our communities. Experience a sense of achievement for a job well done and enjoy work life balance! We offer great health benefits and retirement plans generous paid time off and a balanced work schedule to afford quality time spent with your family.

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The goal of Utah Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS) is to have communities where children grow up safe from abuse neglect and dependency where adults are protected from domestic violence and where parents can be strengthened in their capacity to keep their family safe.

For more information about DCFS Click Here

EEO 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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