Licensed Clinical Therapist

Licensed Clinical Therapist

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Salary – $32.27 - $34.74 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter – Angie Rhodes | arhodes@utah.gov |

Application Deadline – 6/22/2026

Key Responsibilities

Licensed Clinical Therapist OR Caseworker III

This vacant position can either be filled as a Licensed Clinical Therapist or a Caseworker III depending on an applicant's qualifications.

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

Licensed Clinical Therapist

Job Responsibilities:

• Uses independent judgment and discretion in diagnosing and formulating clinical treatment plans for clients; OR performs a variety of professional tasks related to developing, implementing, and conducting specialized individual and group psychotherapy in a clinical setting.
• May provide clinical intervention with individuals and families to conduct clinical assessments, and clinical meetings.
• May document client progress, compile case histories, and prepare other related reports; negotiate, coordinate, monitor, and evaluate service contracts; participate in research, training, and supervisory programs.
• Employees within this title will work in a correctional environment with an inmate population.

Minimum/Required Qualifications for a Licensed Clinical Therapist:

Licensure as a Psychologist, Clinical Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, or Clinical Mental Health Counselor required.

OR

Caseworker III

Job Responsibilities:

• Evaluates the needs of clients, develops and implements treatment plans to assist individuals and/or families with problems such as poor personal and family adjustment and/or anti-social behavior.
• Employees within this title will work in a correctional environment with an inmate population.

Minimum/Required Qualifications for a Caseworker III

Must be an Associate Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, or Certified Social Worker

Preferred Qualifications for a Caseworker III:

An Associate Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, or Certified Social Worker
Previous experience with the community or assigned client base.

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

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 – 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
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.