Job Details

Case Specialist/Social Worker

Position Number: 7103077
Location: Salt Lake City, UT
Position Type: Counseling

Case Specialist/Social Worker

Job Summary

The School-Based Behavioral Health Case Specialist/Social Worker plays a critical role in supporting the delivery of psychiatric services within partnered school districts. This position serves as a central liaison between students, families, schools, and the HMHI psychiatric care team to ensure coordinated, accessible, and equitable mental health care.

This role focuses on facilitating psychiatric consultation, supporting care coordination for ongoing mental health needs, and addressing social determinants of health that impact a child's ability to engage in treatment. The position requires both in-person work within schools and remote coordination with families and providers.

Responsibilities
Care Coordination & Family Engagement
Serve as the primary point of contact for families engaged in school-based psychiatric consultation services
Obtain informed consent from parents/guardians for psychiatric evaluation and treatment services
Provide ongoing communication and support to families regarding treatment recommendations and next steps
Assist families in navigating community-based mental health resources for long-term care

School & Clinical Liaison
Act as a liaison between school personnel and the HMHI psychiatric team
Coordinate referrals, communication, and follow-up between educators, school mental health staff, and providers
Participate in multidisciplinary meetings as appropriate
Support integration of psychiatric recommendations within the school setting

Community Resource Navigation
Assess and address social determinants of health (e.g., transportation, insurance, housing, language barriers) that impact access to care
Connect families with community resources and supports to facilitate engagement in recommended services
Advocate for equitable access to behavioral health care across diverse populations
Support implementation of school-based psychiatric consultation services across multiple districts
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with HIPAA and institutional policies
Track referrals, service utilization, and outcomes using designated databases or registries
Assist with program coordination, workflow optimization, and quality improvement efforts

Hybrid Work Expectations
Provide in-person support within assigned school districts when needed
Conduct remote follow-up with families, providers, and school staff as needed
Travel between school sites may be required

Minimum Qualifications
Required
Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
One of the following
Current Licensed Clinical Social Worker (L.C.S.W.) certificate for clinical practice in the State of Utah.
Current license to practice as a Certified Social Worker in the State of Utah.
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Disclaimer
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Preferences

Experience in school-based settings or school mental health
Familiarity with MTSS frameworks and educational systems
Experience working with diverse and underserved populations
Knowledge of trauma-informed and culturally responsive care practices

Special Instructions

Requisition Number: PRN44825B
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Work Schedule Summary:
Department: 02135 - HMHI Administration
Location: Campus
Pay Rate Range: $65,000 - $75,000
Close Date: 5/22/2026
Open Until Filled:

To apply, visit https://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/200639