Caseworker II
FT / PT Status – Full Time
Salary – $21.41 Hourly Rate
Remote Work / In-Office – Hybrid
Recruiter – Josh Stover | [email protected] | 801.538.4251
Application Deadline – 8/21/2026
- 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.
The Division of Aging and Adult Services (DAAS), within the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), is looking for an APS Investigator (Caseworker II ) for the Northern Utah Counties. The APS Investigator provides adult protection services (APS) by investigating and assessing allegations of abuse, neglect, and exploitation on vulnerable adults, and documenting investigative findings and client progress toward risk resolution. They conduct Quality Assurance Reviews and carry out other tasks as assigned. This position requires in-state travel as part of the normal workload.
Key Responsibilities
Requires a Social Service Worker license or a closely related license in the State of Utah. This employee will be fully trained and exercise independent judgment and discretion and assess human service needs for elder adults and/or people with disabilities.
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Collect required documentation and fill out application forms for public assistance programs (Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security, SSI, SNAP).
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Assist guardians in accessing pensions and other sources of income.
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Collect and organize client bank statements, bills, and receipts and assist guardian in tracking expenses.
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Check and log balance statements for client personal needs accounts (PNA) at resident facilities to verify fund availability.
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Input historical care date, visitation logs, and financial timelines into the agency database to assist the guardian in preparing court paperwork.
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Assist management in administrative roles.
Qualifications
The Ideal Candidate:
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Has at least six months of employment as a case manager or investigator
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Knows investigative techniques and how to implement the techniques
About the Role
Location – 288 North 1460 West, Salt Lake City, UT 84116
Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required – No
Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service -Employment in this position requires a probationary period.
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:
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Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
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Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
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Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
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Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.
The Agency
Contribute to our communities and proactively support the Division of Aging and Adult Services. For information on DAAS. For more information click here!
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.
