Pays $30.66-$45.99/hrCounselor market median is ~$74k (24 jobs)

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Sandy City
Sandy, Utah

FCI Trauma Therapist

CounselorPart-Time
Posted 4mo ago

About the Role

Part-time trauma therapist for Sandy City Police Department. Provides therapy to domestic violence victims. 20 hours/week, benefits included.

Join Sandy City as a Trauma Therapist – Part-Time, Flexible in Sandy, Utah.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Pay rate: $30.66 - $45.99/hour.
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Retirement Plan
  • Paid Time Off
  • Continuing Education (40 hours/2 years)

Work Schedule

  • Part-Time position.
  • No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

Apply to join Sandy City as a Trauma Therapist – Part-Time, Flexible.

Key Responsibilities

The Trauma Therapist provides clinical support to victims of domestic violence and their families while coordinating services and assisting them through the court process. The role involves applying crisis intervention techniques and maintaining confidential records under the supervision of the Police Department.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or a related field and possess or be eligible for clinical licensure in Utah. Experience in domestic violence counseling is strongly preferred, along with a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Trauma therapyDomestic violence counselingCrisis interventionFamily therapySocial caseworkClinical licensureCase managementCommunication skillsPublic relationsComputer literacyAdolescent developmentSubstance abuse counselingCourt coordinationEthical compliance

Mental Health Therapy — Counselor Career Context

In Utah, Mental Health Therapy listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$83k across 76 listings, vs ~$77k nationally (8,020 listings).

Mental Health Therapy pay on WeekdayDoc is up 7.7% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

Utah's cost-of-living index is 108.6 (US average = 100) — Utah ranks #3 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 58.6% of Utah clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Position Insights

AI ANALYSIS

This role scores 3.0/10 on work-life balance for Counselor roles.

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About Sandy City

Government Administration
Sandy, Utah
501-1,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Continuing Education (40 hours/2 years)