Treatment Specialist 1

State of Wisconsin; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health insurance

Pension plan

Generous leave

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The State of Wisconsin's Department of Corrections is hiring for the Treatment Specialist 1 position across multiple facilities. Responsibilities include formulating and delivering evidence-based interventions within reentry programming for individuals in custody.

With a competitive hourly wage of $29.94 to $35.03, and opportunities for sign-on bonuses, this position is ideal for professionals eager to make a positive impact in public safety through specialized treatment programs.

Qualifications

• Administers and interprets assessment instruments.
• Communicates complex information clearly.
• Documents and produces reports efficiently.
• Delivers evidence-based social service programming.
• Facilitates group and individual counseling sessions.
• Utilizes problem identification and solving techniques.
• Researches and implements cognitive behavioral methodologies.
• Applies treatment techniques addressing criminogenic needs.
• Uses database and office suite software competently.

Responsibilities

• Formulates and implements group interventions.
• Conducts evaluations using evidence-based tools.
• Implements case and treatment plans.
• Delivers evidence-based primary programming.
• Develops therapeutic interventions for successful reentry.

Skills

Administering assessments

Communicating information

Documentation skills

Delivering programming

Facilitating counseling

Problem-solving techniques

Cognitive behavioral research

Treatment techniques

MS Office proficiency

Job description

Introduction

The Department of Corrections is focused on public safety through the custody and supervision of those in our care. Corrections employees have the opportunity to positively impact the lives of others through careers in a variety of fields. Using evidence-based approaches, employees implement lasting change with a positive impact for the people of Wisconsin.

The Department of Corrections is currently accepting applications for Treatment Specialist 1 positions located throughout the state.

Position Summary

This position formulates and implements individual and group interventions in the areas of reentry programming, included but not limited to programming in the areas of Domestic Violence, Employment, Anger Management and Cognitive Behavioral Programming. The specialist will conduct evaluations using evidenced-based evaluation rating tools, will implement case and treatment plans, and will deliver evidence-based DAI primary programming. The specialist will develop and implement therapeutic interventions to improve Persons In Our Care' success in completing program requirements.

Salary Information

This position is in pay schedule and range 12-64 with a starting pay of $29.94/hour - $35.03/hour. Pay on appointment for current state employees may vary according to the applicable pay transaction provisions of the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code. A twelve-month probationary period is required.

Employees at Green Bay Correctional Institution are eligible for a $5/hour add-on for all hours worked.

Candidates who apply to Columbia Correctional Institution, Racine Correctional Institution and Racine Youthful Offender Correctional Facility with no prior permanent employment with the State of Wisconsin in the past 5 years may be eligible to accept a sign-on bonus of $3,000 ($1500 on first paycheck, $1500 after earning permanent status (usually 1 year)). (UW System employment isn’t disqualifying.)

To receive the bonus a candidate must confirm their intent to work in that position for a year, and if they leave sooner may be required to reimburse the initial payment.

Benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Insurance: Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• An exceptional pension plan including a lifetime retirement payment.
• An optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
• Our Employee Assistance Program offers employees and their immediate family a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

Job Details

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.

The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.

The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.

For more in-depth information on employment with the State of Wisconsin, please see the State Employee Handbook.

Qualifications

• Administering and interpreting assessment instruments
• Communicating complex information verbally and in writing
• Documentation and production of reports
• Delivering evidence-based social service programming
• Facilitating group and individual counseling
• Investigation, problem identification and solving techniques
• Research and evidence-based cognitive behavioral methodologies
• Treatment techniques related to criminogenic needs
• Use of database software and office suite software (MS Office, etc.)

A screening questionnaire will determine if candidates are minimally qualified to continue in the selection process.

Questions can be directed to Jordan Hampton, HR Specialist- Senior, at [e-mail]

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affidavit employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. Please find more on the Department of Corrections’ Equity and Inclusion initiative.

If you are interested in a particular facility, make sure you confirm which city the facility is located in when you make your location selections.

Current Vacancies

• Racine Correctional Institution in Racine, WI
• Racine Youthful Offender Correctional Facility in Racine, WI
• Waupun Correctional Institution in Waupun, WI
• Felmers Chaney Correctional Center in Milwaukee, WI

Deadline to Apply

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the deadline date: Wednesday March 17, 2027. At that time, we anticipate creating a new job opening to continue recruiting for this classification, and individuals will need to reapply to be considered.

Applications are processed every other week, usually on Thursdays.

After your application is processed, you will receive an eligibility designation. The register created from this announcement will be used to fill vacancies, statewide, as they occur for up to 6 months. In the application process, please check only the locations for which you are truly interested.