Care Navigator

State of Utah Office of the Governor • Salt Lake City, UT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Utah Department of Health & Human Services, Division of Correctional Health Services, is seeking a Care Navigator (Caseworker II) to join their team. This role involves providing evidence-based, individualized interventions to safely stabilize a wide range of mental health issues and help individuals maintain their best level of functioning while in custody. The agency's goal is to develop and carry out high-quality, evidence-based programs aimed at improving individual outcomes and enhancing community safety by implementing strategies, promoting accountability, and strengthening partnerships while maintaining a positive work environment. An offer of employment is contingent on passing a DHHS background check, pre-employment drug testing, and a Utah Department of Corrections (UDC) background screening.

Requirements

• Licensure as a Social Service Worker or Certified Substance Use Disorder Counselor or working towards getting their licensure.
• Experience working with substance use disorder and/or mental health treatment.
• Experience teaching educational classes.
• Experience in case management principles.
• Effective speaking, reading, and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of risk assessments and criminogenic risk factors.
• Familiar with medication treatment for opioid use and other substance use disorders.
• Must successfully pass a criminal history check.
• Must pass pre-employment drug testing.
• Must pass a Utah Department of Corrections (UDC) background screening.

Nice To Haves

• Underfill as a certified case manager.
• Hold current Licensure as a Social Service Worker or Certified Substance Use Disorder Counselor or are working towards getting their licensure.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based, individualized interventions to safely stabilize a wide range of mental health issues.
• Help individuals maintain their best level of functioning while in custody.
• Develop and carry out high-quality, evidence-based programs aimed at improving individual outcomes and enhancing community safety.
• Implement strategies, promote accountability, and strengthen partnerships.
• Maintain a positive work environment.

Benefits

• Eligible for a full benefits package.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed