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Caseworker II
FT / PT Status - Full-Time
Salary - $20.89 - $31.41 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office - In-Office / On-SiteRecruiter - Staci Ditzer snditzer@utah.gov 801-545-5511
Application Deadline - 6/2/2026
Key Responsibilities
If you would like an opportunity to join a team of dedicated professionals who work hard to provide maximum opportunities for offenders to make lasting changes through accountability, treatment, education, and positive reinforcement within a safe environment, this is the job for you.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Division of Reentry and Rehabilitation is seeking a caseworker II to join our team of skilled professionals to work with probationers and parolees. Our division provides evidence-based, individualized interventions to safely reintegrate justice-involved individuals back into the community. Our 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 positive work with incarcerated clients at our Northern Utah Community Correctional Center (2445 S. Water Tower Way, Ogden, UT 84401).
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Experience in case management principles
• Effective speaking, reading, and written communication skills
• Knowledge of risk assessments and criminogenic risk factors

These are examples of an ideal candidate but do not preclude other applicants from being hired for the position or the position to be underfilled.
Qualifications
Responsibilities:

• Coordinates efforts to find appropriate services (housing, transportation, employment, medical, mental health and other social services) from community providers, collateral agencies and other community partners.
• Provides psycho-educational classes to address criminogenic risks and counseling for offenders with substance use disorders and mental health disorders. Services may also be provided to family members.
• Helps clients to obtain necessary identification (i.e birth certificate, drivers license, tribal ID, etc.)
• Provides written and verbal communication with Adult Probation and Parole Agents and Supervisor on treatment progression.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications:
This list contains requirements, knowledge, skills and abilities associated with these duties:

• Human behavior and performance, risk and needs assessments, behavioral health management.
• Knowledge of community providers, collateral agencies and other community partners for housing, transportation, medical, mental health and other social services.
• Computer skills, Microsoft Office products, Google Docs, and UDC software.
• Justice system, rules, records, procedures and protocol.
• Compose and produce reports, documents, and related material.
• Use of interviewing techniques such as motivational interviewing.

Supplemental Information:

• Caseworker II
  Salary Range: $20.89-$31.41 Note: At this level, the best qualified individuals will have obtained certification as a Certified Substance Use Disorder Counselor or licensure as a Social Service Worker.
• Risks found in potentially dangerous or unusual environmental stress situations, e.g., being subject to possible physical attack. Institutional/Correctional surroundings and hazards, including being subject to possible physical attack. Safety and risk issues inherent while working within a correctional facility with an offender population are presumed.
• Work requires physical exertion. May require the ability to stand; walk over rough surfaces; bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time.
• All questions must be answered fully and in the format requested, if applicable. Failure to do so may result in disqualification. Entering "see resume" as an answer will be considered an incomplete answer. Cutting and pasting pertinent information from your resume is acceptable, but should be edited to be a precise answer to the question.
• NOTE: Department of Human Resource Management rules regarding promotions and transfers apply to current state employees.
• Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.
• Salary will be based on the Career Ladder for current UDC employees.

About the Role
Location -
2445Ss Water Tower Way, 1125 W
Ogden, Utah, 84401
United States
Background Check Required - A comprehensive background investigation, which may include a polygraph, may be required.
Drug Test Required - Yes
Schedule Code - B - Competitive Career Service
Why You Should Join Our TeamIn Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah, click here. Other benefits may include:

• 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.

The Agency
The Utah Department of Corrections as a dedicated team of professionals ensures public safety by effectively managing offenders while maintaining close collaboration with partner agencies and the community. Our team is devoted to providing maximum opportunities for offenders to make lasting changes through accountability, treatment, education, and positive reinforcement within a safe environment.
For additional information about the Utah Department of Corrections please go to this link. http://www.corrections.utah.gov/
EEO StatementThe State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.