Salary: $20.89 - $31.41 Hourly Location : Multiple Locations, UT Job Type: Full Time Job Number: 46202 Agency: 410 Department of Corrections Opening Date: 09/03/2025 Closing Date: 9/7/2025 11:59 PM Mountain FLSA: Non-Exempt Recruiter: Staci ...@utah.gov # of Openings: 1 Location: Multiple Locations Available Background Check: You must successfully pass a criminal history check. Schedule Code: B - Competitive Career Service - Employment in this position requires a probationary period. Benefits: This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details. Driver License Requirements: Employees hired for this recruitment will be subject to the Driver Eligibility standards found at the following link: eligibility/Current Rules 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, dial 711 or TTY: 800-###-####. Job Description Do you want to change a family story? Join us in changing the lives of generations of underserved clients while making Utah safer. Job Description Join our team to help improve lives and create a safer Utah. The Caseworker II position is an entry level caseworker position. College level education and experience working with substance use disorders are not required but will be emphasized in hiring. CW IIs on our team provide evidence based, individualized services to individuals who are supervised by the Utah Department of Corrections. This is a full time position with state employee benefits. The wage is $24.34 hourly. CW IIs teach psycho-educational classes, utilize data from substance use and mental health assessments and provide case management services to our clients. You will be an important piece of a multidisciplinary team working to improve the lives of our clients, reduce their criminogenic risk factors, and increase their abilities to manage mental illness and remain drug free. This position is in a community treatment center. Responsibilities Examples of Duties:
- Provides psycho-education classes.
- Coordinates efforts to find appropriate community resources and services
- Provides case management services directly with clients
- Engages in quality written and verbal communication with clients, the treatment team, community partners, and security personnel
- Maintains accurate documentation of all services provided
Qualifications Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience providing services to clients with mental health disorders
- Experience providing services to justice involved individuals
- Effective teaching skills
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Knowledge of substance use assessments
- Knowledge of criminogenic risk factors and assessments
Supplemental InformationWHY YOU SHOULD JOIN OUR TEAM: As a benefited employee of the Department of Corrections, you will receive great health and retirement benefits. Click to view a summary of the benefits we offer. We also provide generous paid time off so you can spend more time with your family and have a positive work-life balance. Benefits: The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click FMLA General Notice: (right click + open link in new tab) (clic derecho + abrir en una pestaña nueva?) 01 ONLY APPLICANTS SELECTED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED. As part of this application process, you must upload your resume into your profile. Failure to include a resume may result in disqualification. You must answer each question individually. SEE RESUME is not a valid response. Further, your answers to the questions on this application must be supported by your resume otherwise you may not receive credit. Do you understand these instructions?
02 Please select the locations you are interested in applying for.
- Central Utah Correctional Facility-255 E 300 N Gunnison, UT
- Richfield Treatment Resource Center-835 E 300 N. Richfield, UT
- Utah State Correctional Facilities-1480 N 8000 W. SLC, UT
- Other positions Statewid
03 This position may requires occasionally working in a correctional facility. Would you be comfortable working within secure areas of this type of facility?
04 Are you a CURRENT employee with the Utah Department of Corrections?
05 If you are a CURRENT Correction's (UDC) employee please select the number of years of experience you have working for UDC.
- Not a current employee
- Less than one year
- Over 1 year, less than 2
- Over 2 years, less than 3
- Over 3 years, less than 4
- Over 4 years, less than 5
- Five or more years
06 In the space below please provide the title of the position(s) you have held and a short summary of the duties performed while employed with UDC. 07 Please select if you have a certification in one of the following.
- None
- Certified Substance Use Disorder Counselor
- Social Service Worker
- Other Directly Related Certification and/or Licensure
08 What is the highest level of educuation that you're completed?
- High School of GED
- Associates Degree
- Bachelors Degree
- Masters/JD/PhD
09 In the space below, please describe in detail your educational background. Please be sure to include school(s) attended, principal fields of study, and degrees that are relevant to this position. List associated courses and professional training that have provided you with the knowledge necessary for this position. 10 Please select the number of years of professional experience you have working with mandated clients.
- None
- Less than one year
- Over 1 year, less than 2
- Over 2 years, less than 3
- Over 3 years, less than 4
- Over 4 years, less than 5
- More than 5 years
11 In the space below, please describe in detail your experience working with mandated clients. 12 Please select your years of experience in providing substance abuse and/or mental health services.
- None
- Less than one year
- Over 1 year, less than 2
- Over 2 years, less than 3
- Over 3 years, less than 4
- Over 4 years, less than 5
- More than 5 years
13 In the space below, please describe in detail your experience providing substance abuse and/or mental health services. 14 In what way are you eligible for the Return Utah Program?
- Career Break of 1 year or more
- Military Affiliation (including as a military spouse or partner)
- Currently Underemployed
- None of the Above
15 To be eligible for this Return Utah opportunity, candidates must meet the following eligibility requirements: 1. A career break of one year or more at the time of application, or underemployment (defined as limited opportunity and pay, or limited ability to utilize a full set of skills and/or abilities while working), or an affiliation with the United States military as a service member, veteran, or spouse/partner. 2. Have prior professional experience in the functional area of interestBased on the criteria above, do you feel you are eligible to participate in the Return Utah program? (If you are unsure of your eligibility, we encourage you to still select yes and complete your application for consideration.)
16 If you selected currently underemployed in regard to Return Utah eligibility above, how would you define your current experience?
- Working in a temporary and/or part-time position
- Working in a job that does not utilize a previously proven skill set and/or experience/education level
- None of the above
17 Please indicate how you heard about this specific job posting.
- State of Utah job site (www.governmentjobs.com/careers/utah)
- Referred by a Friend or Family
- Indeed
- Other External Job Board or Site
- LinkedIn
- Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, etc.)
- DWS job website (www.jobs.utah.gov)
- Advertisement (Digital Ad, Billboard, Print, etc.)
- Professional Network (Association, Membership, Work Colleague)
- University Network (Handshake, School Job Board, Career Center, etc.)
- Contacted by a Recruiter
- Career or Job Fair
- Internship
- Interviewed for different position
- Internal communications (Agency/Division, etc.)
- Other (not listed above)
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