Caseworker II

State of Utah; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Utah is seeking a Caseworker I for the Division of Reentry and Rehabilitation in Salt Lake City. The position focuses on coordinating community services, conducting risk-based counseling, and supporting rehabilitation in a correctional setting.

Ideal candidates have experience in case management, risk assessments, and Motivational Interviewing, with proficiency in MS Office and Google Docs. On-site work location is statewide, with background and drug checks required.

Qualifications

• Experience: Proven background in case management principles.
• Strong communication: verbal, reading, and writing.
• Familiarity with risk assessments and criminogenic risk factors.
• Foundational understanding of working with justice-involved women.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Docs, and standard UDC software.
• Knowledge of the justice system, its rules and safety protocols.
• Experience in professional report writing and documentation.
• Familiarity with Motivational Interviewing techniques.
• Knowledge of SSI/SSDI applications and SOAR certification.
• Awareness of local housing assistance programs and VA resources.

Responsibilities

• Resource coordination connecting clients with housing, transportation, employment, medical and mental health services.
• Intervention & counseling through psycho-educational classes addressing criminogenic risks and substance use.
• Documentation assistance obtaining birth certificates, licenses, IDs.
• Collaboration with Adult Probation and Parole Agents and Supervisors on treatment progress.
• Adaptability: perform other duties to support center’s mission.

Skills

Case management

Risk/needs assessments

Communication skills

Criminogenic risk factors

Working with justice-involved women

Report writing

Interviewing techniques

SSI/SSDI & SOAR

Housing assistance programs

VA resources

Medicaid/Medicare programs

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Docs

UDC software

Job description

FT / PT Status – Full-Time Salary – $21.41 - $32.20 Hourly Wage Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site Application Deadline – 8/16/2026*

Key Responsibilities

Why Join Us

Are you looking for a meaningful career where you can make a tangible difference in your community? The Division of Reentry and Rehabilitation invites dedicated professionals to join a team focused on creating lasting change. We believe in providing justice-involved individuals with maximum opportunities for growth through accountability, evidence-based treatment, education, and positive reinforcement—all within a safe, supportive environment.

Our mission at the Utah Department of Corrections Community Correctional and Treatment Centers is to safely reintegrate clients back into society, improve individual outcomes, and enhance community safety through strong partnerships and proven intervention strategies.

Work Locations will be Statewide.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for compassionate, structured, and driven individuals. While the following attributes represent our ideal candidate, we are willing to underfill the position at a Caseworker I level for the right applicant.

• Experience: Proven background in case management principles.
• Communication: Exceptional verbal, reading, and written communication skills.
• Specialized Knowledge: Familiarity with risk assessments and criminogenic risk factors.
• Demographic Competency: A solid, foundational understanding of working with justice-involved women.

Qualifications

Key Responsibilities

As a Caseworker, you will play a pivotal role in our clients' rehabilitation journeys. Your daily responsibilities will include:

• Resource Coordination: Actively connect clients with vital community services, including housing, transportation, employment, medical, mental health, and other social services.
• Intervention & Counseling: Facilitate psycho-educational classes addressing criminogenic risks, and provide targeted counseling for individuals dealing with substance use and mental health disorders (services may extend to family members).
• Documentation Assistance: Help clients obtain critical identification documents (e.g., birth certificates, driver's licenses, tribal IDs).
• Collaboration: Maintain consistent, professional written and verbal communication with Adult Probation and Parole Agents and Supervisors regarding client treatment progress.
• Adaptability: Perform other duties as required to support the center’s mission.

Qualifications & Skills

To be successful in this role, you should possess knowledge or proficiency in:

• Human behavior, behavioral health management, and risk/needs assessments.
• Local community resources, collateral agencies, and social service providers.
• Modern workplace technology (Microsoft Office, Google Docs, and standard UDC software).
• The justice system, including its rules, records, procedures, and safety protocols.
• Professional report writing and document composition.
• Evidence-based interviewing techniques (e.g., Motivational Interviewing).
• SSI/SSDI applications (including SOAR certification).
• Local housing assistance programs
• VA resource Coordinator
• Medicaid/Medicare programs including Voc Rehabilitation or SNAP.

Supplemental Information & Job Requirements

• Preference is given to individuals holding a Certified Substance Use Disorder Counselor (SUDC) certification or licensure as a Social Service Worker (SSW)
• Working Environment: This position operates within an institutional/correctional environment. Applicants must be comfortable working directly with an offender population where inherent safety risks, unusual environmental stress, or the potential for physical confrontation exist.
• Physical Demands: Requires regular physical exertion, including standing, walking over rough surfaces, bending, crouching, reaching, and lifting up to 50 lbs. for extended periods.
• On-Call Availability: May be required to participate in a 24-hour on-call rotation to respond to urgent situations during non-duty hours.

About The Role

Location – 1480 N 8000 W Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116 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 essential, but balance is important. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture.

Benefits

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. http://www.corrections.utah.gov/

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 [phone].