What are the responsibilities and job description for the Forensic/Adult Services Occupational Therapist- Utah State Hospital position at State of Utah?
Join Our Multidisciplinary Team and Make a Profound Impact
Are you a passionate Occupational Therapist looking to apply your skills in a unique and challenging environment? The Utah State Hospital is seeking a dedicated OT to join our team in Provo, Utah. This is an incredible opportunity to work with a diverse patient population within our forensic and adult psychiatric programs, helping individuals develop the skills they need for a more independent and stable life.
This full-time position offers a Monday through Friday schedule with no weekends required, allowing for a healthy work-life balance.
Why Join Us?
At the Utah State Hospital, we take care of our employees through a strong benefits package that includes:
Comprehensive Health Insurance - Medical, dental, and vision plans with low individual and family deductibles starting on your first day of employment, including options for traditional plans and flex spending accounts or health savings accounts.
EAPwith free mental health appointments onsite, at provider office, or virtually.
Retirement Plans - Pension, 401(k), and 401(k) match as well as free sessions with financial and retirement advisors through the Utah Retirement System (URS).
Paid Time Off - Accrue up to 104 hours of annual leave and 104 hours of sick leave in addition to 12 state holidays for a total of 4 weeks of vacation and holiday leave on top of the sick leave.
Tuition Reimbursement and Loan Repayment Programs.
Voluntary Benefits including life insurance, disability coverage, legal services, and discount programs.
Additionally, you will be part of a supportive and highly collaborative team dedicated to patient recovery. The work is challenging yet deeply rewarding, offering the chance to make a lasting difference in the lives of the individuals we serve. Our campus is situated against the beautiful Wasatch Mountains, providing a scenic and peaceful environment.
About the Role:
As a key member of our multidisciplinary team, you will collaborate with psychiatrists, medical doctors, nurses, and social workers to provide comprehensive care. You'll use your clinical expertise to conduct assessments and design therapeutic interventions that address the functional barriers caused by mental illness. Your work will directly support patients in developing essential skills, including:
Behavioral and Social Skills Training: Empowering patients to navigate social interactions and manage their emotions effectively.
Sensory Modulation: Helping individuals understand and respond to sensory input in a healthy way.
Activities of Daily Living: Providing practical training in life skills to improve independence and self-sufficiency.
What We're Looking For:
Required:
A current license as an Occupational Therapist in the State of Utah.
Preferred:
Experience working with individuals with mental illness.
Experience or a demonstrated interest in working with patients in the justice system.
Experience with adult or geriatric patients, including those with complex medical needs.
Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to share clinical insights with various team members and educational backgrounds.
A proactive and adaptable approach to patient care, with the ability to prioritize needs and meet deadlines.
Ready to apply your skills and help people rebuild their lives? We encourage you to apply today.
A Note on Safety: The hospital environment requires a focus on safety. All staff are trained in de-escalation techniques and safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for both patients and staff. While the role may involve responding to situations that require physical intervention, our primary focus is on therapeutic de-escalation and a coordinated team response.
Depending on the area of assignment, a valid driver’s license may be required.
The work occasionally requires strenuous physical exertion such as lifting heavy objects over 50 pounds.
Department of Human Resource Management rules and Department of Health and Human Services policies regarding promotions and transfers apply to current employees.
The Utah State Hospital is a smoke free environment, no tobacco use is allowed on campus.
Utah State Hospital employees must pass both pre-employment and routine background checks.
Only applicants that meet minimum qualifications will be contacted.
Salary : $33 - $44
