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University of Utah

Program Specialists

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$56K - $63K/yr

... Specialist to join our team supporting the Master of Business Administration and Specialized Master's Programs, including: * Master of Accounting * Master of Business Creation * Master of Healthcare ...

University of Utah

Program Specialists

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$56K - $63K/yr

... Specialist to join our team supporting the Master of Business Administration and Specialized Master's Programs, including: * Master of Accounting * Master of Business Creation * Master of Healthcare ...

Newport Healthcare

Behavioral Health Specialist

Oakley, UT · On-site

$20 - $24/hr

The Behavioral Health Specialist (BHS) plays a vital, hands-on role in shaping the daily experience of adolescent and young adult patients in Newport Healthcare's behavioral health programs. As a ...

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How much do health program specialist jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for health program specialist in Utah is $59,153.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $44,200.00 and $72,800.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a health program specialist do?

A Health Program Specialist is responsible for planning, implementing, and evaluating public health programs and initiatives. They work to improve community health outcomes by developing strategies, coordinating resources, and collaborating with other health professionals and organizations. Their duties often include data collection, program analysis, and public education. Health Program Specialists may focus on areas such as disease prevention, health promotion, or behavioral health. They play a key role in ensuring that health programs are effective, efficient, and aligned with public health goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a health program specialist, and why are they important?

To excel as a Health Program Specialist, you need a background in public health or a related field, program management experience, and strong analytical skills. Familiarity with data analysis tools, health information systems, and project management software, as well as relevant certifications such as CHES (Certified Health Education Specialist), is often required. Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills help you collaborate effectively and address community health needs. These competencies are vital for designing, implementing, and evaluating health programs that improve public health outcomes.

How do health program specialists typically collaborate with other healthcare professionals to implement public health initiatives?

Health Program Specialists often work closely with a multidisciplinary team, including public health nurses, epidemiologists, community outreach workers, and policy analysts. Their collaboration involves coordinating program activities, sharing data and insights, and ensuring that interventions are tailored to the community's needs. Regular meetings and cross-functional planning sessions are common, making strong communication and teamwork skills essential. This collaborative environment helps ensure that public health programs are both effective and aligned with broader organizational goals.

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Infographic showing various Health Program Specialist job openings in Utah as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,153 per year, or $28.4 per hour.

Behavioral Program Specialist

Behavioral Health Solutions

Salt Lake City, UT

$20 - $23/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 hours ago

Key responsibilities

  • Participate in IDT meetings with nursing facility staff and BHS clinicians

  • Audit charts to promote timely and appropriate behavioral documentation

  • Summarize a patient's behavioral record for submission to special needs programs

Job description

Join the Industry Leader in Geriatric Mental Health:

Behavioral Health Solutions (BHS) is seeking a hard-working, self-driven individual to join our behavioral team as a Behavioral Program Specialist or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for the Salt Lake City and surrounding areas. Our team of mental health treatment professionals specialize in providing comprehensive behavioral health services to the underserved geriatric population residing in Skilled Nursing and Long-Term Care facilities.

About the Role:

A behavioral specialist is a healthcare professional who is responsible for ensuring that patients receive the best possible care for their mental and behavioral health needs. The role of a behavioral program specialist involves working with the clinical staff at long-term care facilities to ensure best practices for maintaining adequate and accurate documentation of patient behavioral symptoms and conditions, coordinating care with facility staff and BHS clinicians, and summarizing patients' behavioral records for submission to special needs programs.

The ideal candidate will have already worked in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or Behavioral Health Unit prior, providing a variety of services to patients/residents, CNAs, BHTs, Medical Assistants, and similar personnel are encouraged to apply!

This position will train with and report to a remote Clinical Supervisor for oversight on all cases worked.

Responsibilities include:

  • Participate in IDT meetings with nursing facility staff and BHS clinicians

  • Audit charts to promote timely and appropriate behavioral documentation

  • Clinical writing involving summarizing a patient's behavioral record for submission to special needs program?

  • Update tracking reports with approved and pending participants?

  • Administrative duties related to processing and tracking patients on special needs program

Job Type:

  • Full-Time, W2 Employment (Monday - Friday)
  • Travel through the Salt Lake City area is required; travel is compensated.
  • 3 days traveling to facilities, 2 days working remotely.

Requirements:

  • COVID-19 Vaccination and Booster required.

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent required.

  • Associate's or bachelor's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling or related field from an accredited college or university preferred.

  • Two years of experience working in a behavioral health setting as CNAs, BHTs, Medical Assistants, or similar. (Educational equivalence can be substituted for up to one year of work experience.)

  • Non-violent Crisis Prevention Training preferred. CPI Certification is a plus!

  • Travel will be required.

  • Moderate computer skills are required, experience with electronic medical records preferred.

  • Ability to communicate effectively with clients, their loved ones and other professionals.

  • Ability to make sound decisions in emergency situations.

  • Ability to write reports and clinical documentation.

Benefits:

  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Competitive Earnings.
  • Hands-on and Virtual Training and Supervision.
  • Work-Life Balance
  • PTO and Paid Holidays.
  • A comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more)
  • 401k with 3% company match

Pay:
$20 - 23.00/hr