Behavioral Health Manager Jobs in Utah
Behavioral Health Manager jobs in Utah are open across Salt Lake City, South Salt Lake, and Riverton and other Utah metros, with employers like University of Utah, LifeStance Health, and Behavioral Health Practice Services hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Overview
As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA
This position supervises the daily activities of the assigned department by coordinating ongoing education, monitoring quality control and safety processes, hiring and training of new staff, evaluating performance, and scheduling work shifts. The incumbent might function as a clinical when the department needs coverage.
Corporate Overview: University of Utah Health is an integrated academic healthcare system with five hospitals including a level 1 trauma center, eleven community health centers, over 1,600 providers, and a health plan serving over 200,000 members. University of Utah Health is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. In addition to our clinical delivery system, we have a School of Medicine, School of Dentistry, College of Nursing, College of Pharmacy, and College of Health providing education and training for over 1,250 providers annually. We have over 2 million patient visits annually and research grants exceeding $350 million. University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics represents our clinical operations for the larger health system.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
- Oversees the delivery of patient care and/or customer service, ensuring the timely resolution of concerns.
- Supervises all functions of the department as it relates to staff and operations.
- Assist with the planning, implementation, measurement, and attainment of the department goal and objectives.
- Analyzes and determines appropriate staffing while ensuring efficiency and maximizing resources.
- Supervises the daily operations of the department including interviewing and hiring staff, assigning work, evaluating performance, training, and planning work schedules.
- Monitors, orders, and maintains stock of department supplies and equipment.
- Attends safety training which involves local law enforcement and/or University of Utah Health Safety and Security, as well as required training around situational awareness, risk assessments for both the patient and others, and appropriate response to potential on scene weapons or illegal substances.
- Following provided training and certification, acts as a mental health officer of the Salt Lake District Court to assess patients’ risk of harm to self/others and determine if involuntary commitment criteria is met for further assessment and/or hospitalization.
- Enforces all behavior management, de-escalation strategies, and crisis intervention protocols and procedures.
- Provides practicing oversight of Social Service Workers, Certified Social Workers, Associate Clinical Mental Health Counselors, and/or interns in accordance with Utah state law.
- Orients and trains staff in policies and procedures.
- May perform all duties of the department as required.
- May assist in budget preparation.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated organizational, human relations and effective communication skills.
- Ability to orchestrate multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to communicate verbally as well as in writing.
- Must be able to work effectively in a team environment and demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively with external partners while abiding by all confidentiality laws and pertinent codes of conduct.
- Maintain clinical competency and resource knowledge required to meet changing services/supports, community, and industry trends.
- Must have strong problem-solving skills.
- Must be detailed oriented and organized.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adapts well to change.
- Is able to assess and stabilize different ages and stages of development/lifespan and different cultural backgrounds and experiences.
- Ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
- Demonstrate effective de-escalation techniques and utilization of crisis intervention skills.
- Ability to assist patients and their families with treatment adjustments including but not limited to working closely with local, state and federal agencies to ensure the patient receives the appropriate assistance.
Qualifications
Required
Three years of experience in a related area, or equivalency, with one of those years in a supervisory capacity.
Licenses 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 license to practice as a Clinical Mental Health Counselor in the State of Utah.
- Current Licensed Clinical Social Worker (L.C.S.W.) certificate for clinical practice in the State of Utah.
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 90 days of hire under the interstate compact if switching residency to State of Utah. Must maintain current Interstate Compact (multi-state) license if residency is not being changed to Utah.
Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Qualifications (Preferred)
Preferred
Experience working with community resources, instructing and supervising Social Service Workers, Certified Social Workers, Associate Clinical Mental Health Counselors, interns and/or other caseworkers.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
This position involves intermediate work that may exert up to 50 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects while providing patient care to those requiring psychiatric care.
Requires manual dexterity, balance, eyesight, and hearing.
Incumbents in this position may be subjected to hazardous chemicals, adverse weather conditions, communicable diseases and possible verbal and physical abuse due to people being under the influence of illicit drugs or having undiagnosed/diagnosed mental health condition(s).
Outreach and engagement may take place in locations not intended for human habitation.
This position will drive a mobile unit vehicle or other vehicle (that is provided by the department). In the off-chance department vehicles are under maintenance, staff may be asked to drive their personal vehicles and may submit mileage reimbursement for shift-related driving.
Physical Requirements
Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Speaking, Walking
Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed
To inquire about this posting, email: careers@hsc.utah.edu
EEO Statement
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination.
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu.
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Requisition Number 83905
Reg/Temp Regular
Employment Type Full-Time
Shift Evening
Work Schedule Thu-Sat 2pm-2am
Location Name Huntsman Mental Health Institute (HMHI)
Workplace Set Up On-site
City SALT LAKE CITY
State UT
Department HMH ENT 93F MOBILE CRISIS
Category Social Services
Workplace Set Up On-site
Overview
As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA
This position supervises the daily activities of the assigned department by coordinating ongoing education, monitoring quality control and safety processes, hiring and training of new staff, evaluating performance, and scheduling work shifts. The incumbent might function as a clinical when the department needs coverage.
Corporate Overview: University of Utah Health is an integrated academic healthcare system with five hospitals including a level 1 trauma center, eleven community health centers, over 1,600 providers, and a health plan serving over 200,000 members. University of Utah Health is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. In addition to our clinical delivery system, we have a School of Medicine, School of Dentistry, College of Nursing, College of Pharmacy, and College of Health providing education and training for over 1,250 providers annually. We have over 2 million patient visits annually and research grants exceeding $350 million. University of Utah Hospitals and Clinics represents our clinical operations for the larger health system.
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
- Oversees the delivery of patient care and/or customer service, ensuring the timely resolution of concerns.
- Supervises all functions of the department as it relates to staff and operations.
- Assist with the planning, implementation, measurement, and attainment of the department goal and objectives.
- Analyzes and determines appropriate staffing while ensuring efficiency and maximizing resources.
- Supervises the daily operations of the department including interviewing and hiring staff, assigning work, evaluating performance, training, and planning work schedules.
- Monitors, orders, and maintains stock of department supplies and equipment.
- Attends safety training which involves local law enforcement and/or University of Utah Health Safety and Security, as well as required training around situational awareness, risk assessments for both the patient and others, and appropriate response to potential on scene weapons or illegal substances.
- Following provided training and certification, acts as a mental health officer of the Salt Lake District Court to assess patients’ risk of harm to self/others and determine if involuntary commitment criteria is met for further assessment and/or hospitalization.
- Enforces all behavior management, de-escalation strategies, and crisis intervention protocols and procedures.
- Provides practicing oversight of Social Service Workers, Certified Social Workers, Associate Clinical Mental Health Counselors, and/or interns in accordance with Utah state law.
- Orients and trains staff in policies and procedures.
- May perform all duties of the department as required.
- May assist in budget preparation.
Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined above.
- Demonstrated organizational, human relations and effective communication skills.
- Ability to orchestrate multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Ability to communicate verbally as well as in writing.
- Must be able to work effectively in a team environment and demonstrate the ability to collaborate effectively with external partners while abiding by all confidentiality laws and pertinent codes of conduct.
- Maintain clinical competency and resource knowledge required to meet changing services/supports, community, and industry trends.
- Must have strong problem-solving skills.
- Must be detailed oriented and organized.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adapts well to change.
- Is able to assess and stabilize different ages and stages of development/lifespan and different cultural backgrounds and experiences.
- Ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
- Demonstrate effective de-escalation techniques and utilization of crisis intervention skills.
- Ability to assist patients and their families with treatment adjustments including but not limited to working closely with local, state and federal agencies to ensure the patient receives the appropriate assistance.
Qualifications
Required
Three years of experience in a related area, or equivalency, with one of those years in a supervisory capacity.
Licenses 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 license to practice as a Clinical Mental Health Counselor in the State of Utah.
- Current Licensed Clinical Social Worker (L.C.S.W.) certificate for clinical practice in the State of Utah.
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 90 days of hire under the interstate compact if switching residency to State of Utah. Must maintain current Interstate Compact (multi-state) license if residency is not being changed to Utah.
Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department.
Qualifications (Preferred)
Preferred
Experience working with community resources, instructing and supervising Social Service Workers, Certified Social Workers, Associate Clinical Mental Health Counselors, interns and/or other caseworkers.
Working Conditions and Physical Demands
Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
This position involves intermediate work that may exert up to 50 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects while providing patient care to those requiring psychiatric care.
Requires manual dexterity, balance, eyesight, and hearing.
Incumbents in this position may be subjected to hazardous chemicals, adverse weather conditions, communicable diseases and possible verbal and physical abuse due to people being under the influence of illicit drugs or having undiagnosed/diagnosed mental health condition(s).
Outreach and engagement may take place in locations not intended for human habitation.
This position will drive a mobile unit vehicle or other vehicle (that is provided by the department). In the off-chance department vehicles are under maintenance, staff may be asked to drive their personal vehicles and may submit mileage reimbursement for shift-related driving.
Physical Requirements
Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Speaking, Walking
Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed
To inquire about this posting, email: careers@hsc.utah.edu
EEO Statement
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations.
All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination.
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu.
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
Requisition Number 83905
Reg/Temp Regular
Employment Type Full-Time
Shift Evening
Work Schedule Thu-Sat 2pm-2am
Location Name Huntsman Mental Health Institute (HMHI)
Workplace Set Up On-site
City SALT LAKE CITY
State UT
Department HMH ENT 93F MOBILE CRISIS
Category Social Services
Workplace Set Up On-site
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Behavioral Health Manager Job Market in Utah
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Who's Hiring
- University of Utah65
- LifeStance Health22
- Behavioral Health Practice Services9
- CommonSpirit Health7
- Alpine School District4
Top Industries Hiring
- Education73
- Healthcare & Medical Services39
- Accounting & Auditing2
- Consulting & Professional Services2
- Food & Beverage2
What Utah Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in behavioral health manager jobs across Utah.
- Active clinical licensure such as LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent in the state of employment
- Minimum of three to five years of clinical experience in behavioral health settings
- Previous supervisory or program management experience overseeing licensed clinical staff
- Familiarity with Medicaid compliance, billing regulations, and managed care documentation standards
- Experience with electronic health record systems such as Credible, Netsmart myAvatar, or Epic
- Knowledge of CARF or Joint Commission accreditation standards and quality improvement processes
Behavioral Health Manager Jobs in Utah: Frequently Asked Questions
How many behavioral health manager jobs are there in Utah?
There are 117+ behavioral health manager openings in Utah on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Salt Lake City, South Salt Lake, and Riverton. New positions post regularly as employers across Utah hire.
Which Utah cities have the most behavioral health manager jobs?
Salt Lake City, South Salt Lake, and Riverton have the most behavioral health manager openings in Utah right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire behavioral health managers in Utah?
Employers hiring behavioral health managers in Utah include University of Utah, LifeStance Health, and Behavioral Health Practice Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote behavioral health manager jobs in Utah?
Yes. About 35% of behavioral health manager openings tied to Utah are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Utah metros.
How do I apply for behavioral health manager jobs in Utah?
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