Are you a Substance Use Disorder Counselor (SUDC) with a passion for helping people? Are you ready for a challenging, rewarding and dynamic professional experience? Would you love to assist mentally ill patients understand their potential and develop healthy skills for a life of recovery? The Utah State Hospital is seeking to hire a qualified Substance Use Disorder Counselor (SUDC) to join our Dual Diagnosis Treatment Team in our mission to promote hope and improved quality of life for individuals affected by substance abuse and mental illness.
FT / PT Status – Full-Time
Benefits Eligibility – This position is eligible for a full benefits package.
Salary – $20.89 - $31.41 Hourly Wage
Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site
Recruiter – Keera Johnson | keerajohnson@utah.gov | 801.344.4211
Application Deadline – 10/1/2026*
*This job posting may close at any time after the minimum advertising period of three (3) business days has passed, should a sufficient applicant pool be received. Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible.
Day-to-day responsibilities of this position:Coordinate and refer services from community resources, placement providers, collateral agencies, the court, and/or other community partners with families, clients, or patients receiving services.Provide clients with information and recovery literacy, through group and individual therapy, as well as their rights, options, benefits, services, goals, and expectations.Prepares detailed case documentation including: opening and closing cases, intake records, investigation summaries, case histories, risk assessments, social summaries, needs assessments, service plans, relapse prevention plans, correspondence, etc.Provides counseling to clients/residents which may require interaction with members of the client's/residence family.Assesses client/patient needs. Develops and implements plans to meet those needs.
Minimum qualifications:Licensed to work in the State of Utah with one of the following certifications, along with applicable education and experience: CSUDC, LSUDC, CASUDC, LASUDC, ACMHC, CMHC, or LCSW. Preferred qualifications: We need a SUDC Caseworker who is helpful and friendly by nature, a team player, with a strong desire to assist people in their mental health recovery.
For further information about obtaining your Substance Use Disorder Counseling license in Utah, or directions to obtain out of state endorsement, please visit: Utah Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing.
Location –
1300 East Center Street
Provo, Utah, 84606
United States
Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service
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:
This is more than just a job; it is an opportunity to apply your specialized skills in a mission-driven environment. You will be a valued member of a team dedicated to supporting one of Utah's most important healthcare institutions. In addition to a competitive salary, the State of Utah provides a comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family.
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.
To review the full benefits summary and access a Total Compensation Calculator, please visit the main state benefits page here.
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.
The Utah 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.
For more detailed information about the Utah State Hospital, our treatment programs and philosophy, we invite you to browse our website.
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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