Treatment Specialist 1

Wisconsin Department of Corrections; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 41,245 - 47,306; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Substantial leave time including vacation and paid holidays

Excellent health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Exceptional pension plan and retirement savings options

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Wisconsin Department of Corrections is seeking a specialist to implement and deliver evidence-based interventions in areas such as Domestic Violence, Employment, Anger Management, and Cognitive Behavioral Programming. This position requires conducting evaluations and developing therapeutic strategies to enhance the success of individuals in care.

The role offers a pay range of $29.94/hour to $34.34/hour, a generous benefits package including substantial leave time, health insurance, and a pension plan.

Qualifications

• Administer assessments and analyze results.
• Prepare reports with findings and recommendations.
• Work with clients to deliver impactful programming.

Responsibilities

• Implement individual and group interventions for reentry programming.
• Conduct evaluations using evidence-based tools.
• Develop therapeutic interventions to aid program completion.

Skills

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.)

Job description

Position Summary

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

Salary Information

Pay schedule and range 12-64 with a starting pay of $29.94/hour – $34.34/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 Racine Correctional Institution and Racine Youthful Offender Correctional Facility with no prior permanent employment with the State of Wisconsin in the past five 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

• 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 health, goals, and overall well‑being.
• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Please click here for a summary of State of Wisconsin employment benefits or click here to explore employment benefits on the website.
• To help you understand what your benefit package would be worth, please see the Total Rewards Calculator here.

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 that 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.).

How To Apply

The initial screening prior to interview is based on your response to the screening questionnaire.
To apply: Click on “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.
Submitted information will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.
Current State of Wisconsin employees: If you arrived at this posting through the Wisc.Jobs site, you will need to go to your Employee Self Services portal and apply through the “Careers” tile on the front page.
Questions can be directed to Jordan Hampton, HR Specialist‑Senior, at [e-mail].

Current Vacancies

• Oshkosh Correctional Institution, Oshkosh, WI
• Drug Abuse Correctional Center, Oshkosh, WI
• Racine Correctional Institution, Racine, WI
• Racine Youthful Offender Correctional Facility, Racine, WI
• Waupun Correctional Institution, Waupun, WI
• Prairie du Chien Correctional Institution, Prairie du Chien, WI
• Flambeau Correctional Center, Hawkins, WI

Deadline to Apply

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the deadline date: Wednesday September 16, 2026. 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.

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