Job Description

JJYS Licensed Clinical Therapist-Decker Lake Youth Center

FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Salary – Depends on Qualifications
Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter – Lupe Orozco | lorozco@utah.gov
Application Deadline – 6/15/2026

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of 8-15 individuals committed to secure care.
• Conduct individual long-term trauma focused therapy with youth in secure facilities.
• Conduct family therapy with youth in secure settings.
• Refer clients to other available services to meet needs where appropriate.
• Conduct Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) groups, as well as other groups as needed, and training in the facilities and serve as a resource for facility and program staff in promoting and teaching DBT.
• Consult with other professionals, including other clinicians, nurses, medical management providers, case managers, and facility staff, as needed to ensure a holistic approach, coordination of care and case management.
• Prepare mental health assessments by obtaining background information such as physical, psychological or mental health, and social factors that contribute to the client's situation and by studying case histories of clients/residents.
• Document clinical services in the DHHS electronic health record platform.
• Facilitate the use of research data to improve existing programs and utilization of resources.
• Deliver presentations, stand up training, or instruction to staff, management, clients, or the general public.
• Write or draft correspondence, reports, documents and/or other written materials.

Qualifications

• Is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, or Licensed Professional Counselor.
• Has experience developing and conducting group therapy sessions.
• Experience using Evidence Based Practices such as Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Motivational Interviewing
• Has a valid Utah Driver's License.

About the Role

Location –
2310 W 2770 S
West Valley City, Utah, 84119
United States
Background Check Required – Yes
Drug Test Required –
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team
In 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 Department of Health and Human Services is dedicated to provide care for individuals and families in Utah. Utah Division of Juvenile Justice and Youth Services (JJYS) provides a continuum of intervention, supervision and rehabilitation programs to youth offenders while assuring public safety. For more information on Juvenile Justice and Youth Services with the Department of Health and Human Services, please click here!

EEO Statement
The 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.

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