Support Service Provider

Support Service Provider

FT / PT Status – Part-Time
Salary – $19.79 - $19.79 Hourly Wage

Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter – Catherine Spielberg | cspielberg@utah.gov | 801-526-4333
Application Deadline – 9/10/2026*

• 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.

Key Responsibilities

Come work for the most caring division in the state! We help increase independence, community integration and productivity for the blind and visually impaired.

The Mission of the Division of Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired (DSBVI) is to assist individuals in achieving their highest level of independence, participation in society and employment consistent with individual interests, values, preferences and abilities.

The Utah State Office of Rehabilitation (USOR) / DSBVI is seeking a skilled and motivated Support Service Provider (SSP) - Sighted Guide for the deafblind to work in either Utah County, the north section of Salt Lake County, or the south section of Salt Lake County.

A Support Service Provider performs the following tasks:

• Encourages community integration, increases the level of independence and supports the rights of deafblind persons to have unrestricted access to their environment.
• Relay visual and environmental information that a sighted-hearing individual would normally have access to.
  Serve as a guide while walking to ensure safety, assist with reading, errands, basic banking, recreational activities and transportation.
• Assist in learning about opportunities available in their area, attend trainings and practice skills.
• May receive up to 29 hours a week; hours worked will depend on the number of clients within the caseload.
• Provide transportation for clients/consumers in a private vehicle and when available support the client's use of the public transportation system to carry out the duties of a SSP.
• American Sign Language (ASL) skills are preferred for the positions in Salt Lake County; it is required for the Utah County position.
• Available during business hours, Monday - Friday.

Qualifications

Preference may be given for the following:

• Experience working with people with disabilities.
• Knowledge of ASL if applying for the positions in Salt Lake County.

Driver License Requirements: Employees hired for this recruitment will be subject to Driver Eligibility standards.

About the Role

Location –

150 North 1950 West
Salt Lake City, UT, 84116
United States

Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.
Drug Test Required – No

Schedule Code – IN - Part-time indefinitely

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:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• **Career Growth:**Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• **Supportive Work Environment:**Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency
We strengthen Utah’s communities by connecting the workforce to new opportunities and
providing services to individuals and families in need. Today, more than 2,200 Workforce Services employees assist individuals in preparing for and finding jobs, meeting workforce needs of Utah businesses, administering temporary assistance, and providing economic data and analysis. Through a collaborative approach, the department has served millions of Utahns and has become a leader on several statewide initiatives. These include intergenerational poverty, homelessness, affordable housing, supporting refugees, helping rural communities, serving veterans and individuals with disabilities, and getting Utahns trained and back to work. To learn more about Workforce Services, 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.