Representative Payee - Full Time

Join our team at Wasatch Behavioral Health as a Full-Time Representative Payee in Provo, Utah! In this onsite role, you'll have the opportunity to support individuals experiencing mental health challenges by helping them achieve greater stability and independence through financial coordination, advocacy, and compassionate support. You'll work closely with clients, community agencies, and interdisciplinary treatment teams while making a meaningful difference in the lives of adults, adolescents, and children in our community. This position offers competitive pay ranging from $21.15–$29.58/hour, and the chance to grow within a team-focused environment that values empathy, collaboration, and excellence in behavioral health care.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Compensation: $21.15–$29.58 DOE and Licensure

Benefits

• Utah Retirement Systems (Pension & 401(k) options)
• Public Employees Health Plan (PEHP) Medical & Dental Insurance
• Vision Benefits Plan
• Employer-Provided Health Savings Account (HSA) Contributions
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Options
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Company-Paid Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Paid Annual Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Scheduled Annual Pay Increases

About Us: Wasatch Behavioral Health

Wasatch Behavioral Health is a local government agency dedicated to providing compassionate, accessible mental health and substance-use services. We value collaboration, innovation, empathy, and creating a workplace where both clients and employees can thrive.

What You'll Do as a Representative Payee

• Manage client budgets, financial allocations, and financial records
• Prepare and issue checks while ensuring bills and expenses are paid on time
• Reconcile receipts and maintain accurate documentation and case files
• Assist with Social Security audits and Medicaid or housing eligibility reviews
• Serve as a representative payee while responsibly managing client financial resources
• Coordinate services with landlords, family members, healthcare providers, and community agencies
• Support clients through advocacy, crisis intervention, and service coordination
• Help clients access benefits including SSA, Medicaid, and VA resources
• Monitor client progress, safety, and medication compliance
• Assist clients with community integration and daily living skills
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment teams to provide comprehensive client support

Qualifications

Applicants must meet ONE of the following:

Note: Applicants under the "working toward SSW" pathway must obtain their SSW license within 24 months of hire.

• Bachelor's degree with Social Service Worker (SSW) license
• Bachelor's degree in any field with willingness to pursue SSW licensure

Additional Requirements:

• Valid driver's license required
• Knowledge of mental illness, behavioral disorders, and crisis intervention principles
• Understanding of confidentiality standards, client rights, and community resources
• Strong communication, advocacy, and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain accurate financial and clinical documentation
• Ability to collaborate effectively within interdisciplinary teams
• May require a Food Handler's Permit depending on program assignment
• Spanish speakers may qualify for increased wages after testing

Apply Today

Ready to make a real impact? Submit your application today and take the next step toward a career that truly changes lives. We're excited to meet you and cheer you on as you grow with our team!

Employment at Wasatch Behavioral Health is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screen, motor vehicle record review and criminal background check. After hire you must complete and receive a Criminal Background Clearance (BCI) from Utah State Office of Licensing. Upon receipt of a conditional offer of employment in the position, you must provide an official copy of licensure or certification.