Behavioral Health Program Administrator

Behavioral Health Program Administrator

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Salary – $32.27 - $47.30 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter – Angie Rhodes | arhodes@utah.gov |
Application Deadline – 6/22/2026

Key Responsibilities

Here is an opportunity to be part of a dynamic team and positively impact your community by dedicating your skills and passion to serve Utah State Correctional Health Services.

*This position is open until filled and may close at any time.*

Incumbents act as a program administrator within Correctional Health Services (CHS) requiring administrative support to staff and programs. Incumbents help direct the development of policies, budgets, and programs to support quality patient care. The incumbent will be responsible to assess overall program needs, provide supervision and structure to CHS, resolve concerns within CHS and with key stakeholders, represent CHS to community partners and at conferences, assist in developing and implementing executive policy and related matters.

Please note: An offer of employment will be contingent on the applicant successfully passing a DHHS background check and pre-employment drug testing, and a Utah Department of Corrections (UDC) background screening.

Supplemental Information

• 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.
• 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.
• Effective July 1, 2021, State of Utah Employees must either reside in Utah or be in the process of relocating to Utah within 30 days of their start date.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a criminal background check and drug screen
  
• Master's degree in Behavioral Science required or higher
  
• Full clinical licensure (LCSW, CMHC, LMFT, etc) and meet DOPL requirement to provide clinical supervision to staff not fully licensed (CSW, ACMHC, AMFT, etc)
  
• Experience in healthcare administration
  
• Has experience directing and/or managing a complex, multifaceted organization
  
• 3+ years of proven management/supervisory experience
  
• Has partnership development skills.
  
• Has experience with quality improvement efforts in a clinical setting.
  
• Must have the ability to effectively communicate in writing and orally with staff and institutional administration.
  
• At least five years of experience in a correctional environment.

About the Role

Location –
1480 N 8000 W
Salt Lake City, UT, 84116
United States
Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required – Yes
Schedule Code – AX - Employees in supervisory positions

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
For more information on Correctional Health Services, please visit our website.

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 (801) 957-9390.