Substance Use Disorder Counselor- Utah State Hospital

Substance Use Disorder Counselor- Utah State Hospital
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.
Key Responsibilities
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.
Qualifications
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.
About the Role
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
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.
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.
Additional Benefits:
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 Agency
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.
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.
Supplemental Information:
Risks which require the use of special safety precautions and/or equipment, e. g., working around operating machines, working with contagious diseases or hazardous chemicals, etc.
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.
Utah State Hospital provides comprehensive violence prevention and deescalation training for all employees during orientation. Ongoing training is provided to prioritize staff and patient safety.
Division 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. Tobacco or E-cigarette use is NOT 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.
May be required to provide 24 hour on call services.