Social Worker - Intensive Outpatient Clinic

University of Utah Health is seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CMHC) to join the Intensive Outpatient Clinic (IOC), a team-based clinic serving individuals with complex medical and psychosocial needs. The IOC operates within a value-based Medicaid model in partnership with University of Utah Health Plans, focusing on integrated, whole-person care to improve health outcomes and reduce avoidable emergency department visits, hospitalizations, and total cost of care.

In 2023, the IOC was recognized by Governor Spencer Cox's One Utah Health Collaborative for innovation in comprehensive care delivery and was featured in the Sundance Film Festival short film Meet Me Where I Am, highlighting the impact of person-centered, integrated care.

About the Role

The IOC provides comprehensive, integrated care for patients with complex medical and psychosocial needs. The clinic is part of the University of Utah Population Health Center and collaborates closely with primary care, behavioral health, care management, dental services, dermatology, pediatrics, and other programs to support coordinated care. The clinic is refining its value-based care model with measurable outcomes, including reductions in emergency department use, inpatient admissions, and total cost of care.

Who Thrives Here

• Clinicians who enjoy team-based, interdisciplinary care.
• Those comfortable working with medically and socially complex patients.
• Individuals with experience or interest in trauma-informed care and substance use disorders.
• Clinicians who value meaningful patient relationships over high-volume throughput.
• Those curious about population health, integrated care, and value-based care.
• Clinicians who can balance direct therapy with collaboration, case consultation, and care planning.

The Setting

The IOC is located at the University of Utah Population Health Center near Rose Park in Salt Lake City. This is an on-site clinical role supporting both the IOC patient population and the broader clinic team. The position reports to the IOC Medical Director and requires physical presence at 168 North 1950 West, Salt Lake City, UT 84116.

What You'll Gain

• Experience in team-based, integrated care.
• Exposure to value-based Medicaid care models.
• Opportunity to contribute to innovation and quality improvement.
• Meaningful relationships with patients and colleagues.
• A role in a care model designed for patients who need coordinated, comprehensive support.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling for IOC patients.
• Support patients with trauma, substance use disorders, serious psychosocial stressors, and barriers to care.
• Collaborate closely with medical providers, behavioral health clinicians, care coordinators, and clinic staff.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case review, care planning, and team-based clinical decision-making.
• Help improve outcomes for patients who have historically struggled to access effective, coordinated care.
• Contribute to care model development, quality improvement, and population health initiatives.

Requirements

• Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system (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 requires immunization according to CDC standards and hospital policy, with limited exemptions for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs.

Pay

$65,000.00 - $82,000.00 per year.