Treatment Specialist 1 - Substance Abuse Counselor

State of Wisconsin; Fond du Lac (WI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation leave

Health insurance

Pension plan

457 retirement plan

Well Wisconsin Program

Employee Assistance Program

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Job summary

State of Wisconsin is seeking a Treatment Specialist 1 (Substance Abuse Counselor - AODA/SUD) to deliver evidence-based interventions across multiple Wisconsin correctional facilities. The role focuses on reintegration planning, counseling evaluations, and treatment plan implementation.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team to support individuals in meeting program requirements and achieving positive outcomes. Credentials are required and a commitment to the mission is essential.

Qualifications

• Must possess a current Substance Abuse Counselor credential issued by DSPS (SAC-IT, SAC or CSAC).
• Demonstrated ability to conduct evaluations and implement treatment plans.
• Deliver evidence-based substance abuse programming and therapeutic interventions.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and implement individual and group interventions for reintegration and treatment.
• Conduct evaluations using evidence-based rating tools.
• Develop and implement therapeutic and behavioral interventions to support success in program requirements.

Skills

Evaluation tools

Case management

Interventions

Treatment planning

Evidence-based programming

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 (Substance Abuse Counselor - AODA/SUD) positions located throughout the state.

Recruiting Locations

• Black River Correctional Center (Black River Falls, Jackson County)
• Columbia Correctional Institution (Portage, Columbia County)
• Chippewa Valley Correctional Treatment Facility (Chippewa Falls, WI)
• Drug Abuse Correctional Center (Winnebago, Winnebago County)
• Flambeau Correctional Center (Hawkins, Sawyer County)
• Jackson Correctional Institution (Black River Falls, Jackson County)
• Kettle Moraine Correctional Institution (Plymouth, Sheboygan County)
• Milwaukee Secure Detention Facility (Milwaukee, Milwaukee County)
• Milwaukee Women’s Correctional Center (Milwaukee, Milwaukee County)
• New Lisbon Correctional Institution (New Lisbon, Juneau County)
• Oakhill Correctional Institution (Oregon, Dane County)
• Oshkosh Correctional Institution (Oshkosh, Winnebago County)
• Prairie du Chien Correctional Institution (Prairie du Chien, Crawford County)
• Racine Correctional Institution (Sturtevant, Racine County)
• Racine Youthful Offender Correctional Facility (Racine, Racine County)
• Redgranite Correctional Institution (Redgranite, Waushara County)
• Robert E. Ellsworth Correctional Center (Union Grove, Racine County)
• St. Croix Correctional Center (New Richmond, St. Croix County)
• Taycheedah Correctional Institution (Fond du Lac, Fond du Lac County)
• Wisconsin Secure Program Facility (Boscobel, Grant County)
• Copper Lake School (Irma, WI)

Position Summary

This position formulates and implements individual and group interventions in the areas of reintegration planning and substance abuse treatment. The specialist will conduct evaluations using evidenced-based evaluation rating tools, will implement case and treatment plans and will delivery evidence-based substance abuse programming. The specialist will develop and implement therapeutic and behavioral interventions to improve a 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.

This position may receive a $1.00 to $2.00 per hour add-on pay based on the type of SAC credential possessed at the time of hire.

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 sign an agreement indicating they will remain in that position for a year. If the candidate leaves their position prior to completing the one year, they 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 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

Special Requirement

Applicants Must Possess a Current Substance Abuse Counselor Credential Issued By The Wisconsin Department Of Safety And Professional Services In The Form Of a

• Substance Abuse Counselor In-Training certificate (SAC-IT) (130)
• Substance Abuse Counselor certificate (SAC) (131) or a
• Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor certificate (CSAC) (132)

Applicants May Also Apply To Be Considered If

• You have applied for a SAC-IT credential with DSPS
• Your application status on the DSPS site shows all criteria met or your only unmet criteria is the Employment Verification Form.
• You submit your PAR # to confirm your application status.

Anyone hired with a pending SAC-IT application must obtain the SAC-IT credential during the first 12 months of employment.

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

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affiantative Action 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.

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.