What are the responsibilities and job description for the Caseworker Specialist position at State of Utah?
The Utah Division of Services for People with Disabilities (DSPD), within the Utah Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS), is looking for two dedicated professional to fill our Caseworker II position.
One position will be based out or assigned the Southern Utah region and the other will be based out of the Greater Salt Lake Region.
As a Caseworker II, you will assist client families and people with disabilities to make informed choices, coordinate waiver services, and use person-centered planning to ensure services meet the needs and desires of the individuals. As a Caseworker II you will be conducting family
meetings, training sessions, and will monitor budget expenditures.
FT / PT Status – Full-Time Salary – $23.28 - $39.02 Hourly Wage Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid Recruiter – Ashlee Adams | ashleeadams@utah.gov | 000-000-0000 Application Deadline – 4/12/2026
Key Responsibilities
The Utah Division of Services for People with Disabilities (DSPD), within the Utah
Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS), is looking for two dedicated professional to fill
our Caseworker II position.
One position will be based out or assigned the Southern Utah region and the other will be based out of the Greater Salt Lake Region.
As a Caseworker II, you will assist client families and people with disabilities to make informed
choices, coordinate waiver services, and use person-centered planning to ensure services
meet the needs and desires of the individuals. As a Caseworker II you will be conducting family
meetings, training sessions, and will monitor budget expenditures.
Key responsibilities and day to day responsibilities of this position:
Qualifications
Qualifications
Location –
288 North 1460 West
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116
United States
Background Check Required – Yes
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service
Why You Should Join Our Team
Benefits
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:
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.
One position will be based out or assigned the Southern Utah region and the other will be based out of the Greater Salt Lake Region.
As a Caseworker II, you will assist client families and people with disabilities to make informed choices, coordinate waiver services, and use person-centered planning to ensure services meet the needs and desires of the individuals. As a Caseworker II you will be conducting family
meetings, training sessions, and will monitor budget expenditures.
FT / PT Status – Full-Time Salary – $23.28 - $39.02 Hourly Wage Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid Recruiter – Ashlee Adams | ashleeadams@utah.gov | 000-000-0000 Application Deadline – 4/12/2026
Key Responsibilities
The Utah Division of Services for People with Disabilities (DSPD), within the Utah
Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS), is looking for two dedicated professional to fill
our Caseworker II position.
One position will be based out or assigned the Southern Utah region and the other will be based out of the Greater Salt Lake Region.
As a Caseworker II, you will assist client families and people with disabilities to make informed
choices, coordinate waiver services, and use person-centered planning to ensure services
meet the needs and desires of the individuals. As a Caseworker II you will be conducting family
meetings, training sessions, and will monitor budget expenditures.
Key responsibilities and day to day responsibilities of this position:
- Refer clients and families to services offered to clients on the Waiver as well as
- Travel to meet with clients and families throughout the State of Utah.
- Ensure SAS paperwork, case histories, activity logs, social summaries, needs
- Provide clients with information concerning rights, options, benefits, services, goals and
- Interact with the family and/or client/resident to discuss need and available services
- Develop and implement waiting list plans to meet those needs.
- Monitor budget expenditures.
- Provide consultation, make recommendations, give appropriate advice, and/or facilitate
Qualifications
Qualifications
- Has knowledge of Home and Community Based Services (HCBS).
- Has a Bachelor's Degree in a human services related field or 5 years of relevant
- Has at least one year of experience working directly with persons with intellectual
- Has strong interpersonal skills.
- Is passionate about empowering People with Disabilities.
- Is an excellent listener who is also very proactive
- Bilingual in English and Spanish a plus
Location –
288 North 1460 West
Salt Lake City, Utah, 84116
United States
Background Check Required – Yes
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service
Why You Should Join Our Team
Benefits
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.
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.
Salary : $23 - $39