Licensed Clinical Therapist

State of Utah • Ogden, UT

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Licensed Clinical Therapist (LCT) works in a Department of Workforce Services (DWS) employment center and follows the philosophy that goal-directed activities and employment can improve mental health. The role combines clinical work and case management, with a continual focus on interventions that help customers increase their level of functioning and access resources. The position may involve in-state travel to support customers and collaborate with DWS staff and community partners.

The position may be underfilled as a Caseworker III for a Certified Social Worker (CSW), Associate Clinical Mental Health Counselor (ACMHC), or Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), provided the individual agrees to obtain full clinical licensure within DWS-established time frames. Continued employment in an underfilled role is subject to obtaining full clinical licensure. The position is based at 480 27th St, Ogden, Utah, and requires successfully passing a criminal history check.

Requirements

• At the time of offer, hold licensure as a Clinical Social Worker, Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Marriage and Family Therapist, or Psychologist.
• Successfully pass a criminal history check.
• If hired underfilled as a Caseworker III, hold certification as a Certified Social Worker (CSW), Associate Clinical Mental Health Counselor (ACMHC), or Associate Marriage and Family Therapist (AMFT), agree to obtain full clinical licensure within DWS-established time frames, and attain that licensure to continue employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic evaluations to identify cultural, social, environmental, psychological, behavioral, and situational barriers that may restrict customers’ participation in DWS services. Evaluations may include children when their mental health issues affect a parent’s ability to participate.
• Help customers access clinical services in the community and monitor progress in those services.
• Provide group, family, and individual therapy as needed to Family Employment Program customers to support functioning and participation in employment or employment-related activities.
• Provide clinical case management supportive services statewide as needed.
• Monitor and document customer involvement with negotiated interventions.
• Perform non-clinical case management duties supporting clinicians statewide, including administering substance abuse assessment questionnaires through an online chat system, serving as the LCT of the Day through instant messaging, posting treatment updates and reports to electronic case files, and monitoring and documenting customer progress.
• Consult with customers, DWS staff, and outside professionals, providing clinical and general guidance related to customers’ barriers.
• Develop and deliver psychoeducational group presentations for work-ready customers on topics such as coping strategies, stress management, anger management, and interpersonal relationships.
• Act as a liaison between DWS and professional or community providers.
• Train employment center staff on the LCT role within DWS, access to LCT services, and appropriate referrals.
• Train employment center staff on behavioral patterns that may indicate mental health disorders and provide general mental health information, including information about disorders and behavioral indicators.
• Assist with in-service training for LCTs to meet continuing education requirements.
• Travel in-state as needed to address customer needs and collaborate with DWS staff and community partners.

Benefits

• Job stability and the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career growth, including opportunities to develop skills and pursue leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful work contributing to community services and organizational goals.
• A supportive work environment that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.
• Work/life balance is described as an important part of the organization’s culture.

What This Job Offers

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