Job title: Licensed Clinical Therapist
Company: State of Utah
Job description: Job DescriptionThe Utah State Hospital is seeking motivated, compassionate Therapists to join our team. At the Utah State Hospital we work with mentally ill individuals of all ages, with various diagnoses and wide range of severity. Our goal is to improve our patients overall quality of life and in many cases, facilitate integration into their families and community.
Forensic Units: Are you interested in the challenge of helping individuals with mental illness who also have criminal charges? The therapist in this position will help patients to navigate and progress through the criminal justice system, provide individual clinical intervention, conduct clinical assessments and assist with case management needs. They will document client progress, compile case histories and prepare related reports.This position is located inside the Davis County Jail, 800 W State St, Farmington, on a treatment ward run by the Utah State Hospital.You’ll Love Being Part of Our Team! Here’s Why:This is an opportunity to make a difference. Along with the satisfaction of helping in the jail, you will receive great health and retirement benefits, such as, generous paid time off so you can have a positive work life balance. to view a summary of all the benefits we offer.The AgencyUtah State Hospital provides a safe and healing environment in which all people are treated with dignity and respect. It is our purpose to assist patients to reach their potential, through individualized treatment, with a high value being placed on meeting the needs of each patient in a humanistic, caring and professional manner. You can find more information about the Utah State HospitalAdditional Benefits:Access to a UTA Bus Pass.ResponsibilitiesPrinciple Duties
Therapists at the Utah State Hospital, Jail-Based Competency Restoration Unit in Farmington, UT are responsible to:
- evaluate and assess the needs of patients.
- develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
- conduct individual, family, or group therapy sessions.
- write therapeutic assessments.
- coordinate with the unit treatment team regarding treatment.
- case management duties for patients
QualificationsThe Ideal Candidate
The very best person for this position:
- has a current license (required). Accepting LCSW, CSW, CMHC, LMFT
- is empathetic and passionate about working with mentally ill patients.
- has experience creating social history profiles.
- is proficient in conducting productive therapeutic group sessions.
Supplemental InformationRisks found in the typical office setting, which is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated, e.g., safe use of office equipment, avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, etc.Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the work; however, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying light items; driving an automobile, etc. Special physical demands are not required to perform the work.Division of Human Resource Management rules and Department of Health and Human Services policies regarding promotions and transfers apply to current employees.The Utah State Hospital is a smoke free environment. No tobacco or E-cigarette use is allowed on campus.Only applicants that meet minimum qualifications will be contacted.Utah State Hospital employees must pass both pre-employment and routine background checks.Benefits:
The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: . To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click .FMLA General Notice:
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Location: Davis County, UT
Job date: Mon, 10 Nov 2025 04:40:34 GMT
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