Program Specialist I-Job Training Program-Utah State Hospital

State of Utah•Provo, UT

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Utah State Hospital is seeking a Program Specialist I. The Program Specialist I will be supervised by the Job Training Program Administrator at the Utah State Hospital. This is a full-time, in-office/on-site position with a salary range of $20.36 - $34.98 hourly wage. The application deadline is 9/27/2026, but the posting may close early if a sufficient applicant pool is received. As an Activities Technician, you will oversee therapeutic recreational pool operations, greenhouse education and maintenance, and assist with patient job groups and the patient job training program. This role is crucial in supporting one of Utah's most important healthcare institutions.

Requirements

Must pass a criminal history check.
Must pass a drug test.
Must pass pre-employment and routine background checks.
Only applicants that meet minimum qualifications will be contacted.

Nice To Haves

Receive an Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) Certification within 4 months of employment, and able to complete routine pool checks, clean, and operate the pool.
Lifeguard certified or willing to receive lifeguard certification.
Experience in horticulture, certified master gardner, and greenhouse maintenance.
Experience working with patients in an inpatient psychiatric care facility.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, and implement leisure gardening activities for the residents of the Utah State Hospital.
Work directly with patients, staff, and program specialists, as you lead patients through leisure gardening activities with direct care staff.
Oversee recreational therapy pool operations and activities therein.
Assist and supervise patients jobs and run groups within the pool and greenhouse.
Develop new ideas and contribute to hospital recreational programs, including pool operations and maintenance, and greenhouse support.
Monitor and observe patients, record and report patient conditions, progress, behaviors, activities, etc.
Position will cross-train throughout the hospital to meet the needs of the department.
Encourage patients to develop good work habits and self-confidence to reenter the community and workforce.

Benefits

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.
Health Insurance: Multiple medical plan options, including a High-Deductible Health Plan with an associated Health Savings Account. Opt-out cash benefit available.
Dental & Vision: Multiple dental and vision plan options available.
Paid Leave: Accrue 4 hours of annual leave and 4 hours of sick leave per pay period, with accrual rates increasing with state longevity. 12 paid holidays per year.
Retirement: A generous 10% employer contribution to your Utah Retirement Systems (URS) account (Tier II). Options include a Pension/401(k) Hybrid Plan or a Defined Contribution Plan.
Access to a UTA Bus Pass.
Cafeteria on site with meals, snacks and drinks available for purchase.
Access to the Utah State Hospital Disc Golf Course.
Access to comfort rooms while on campus, as well as other mental wellness benefits.