Treatment Specialist 2 - SUD

Wisconsin Department of Corrections; Redgranite (WI); Vor Ort; USD 47.000 - 52.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Vacation leave

Health insurance

Pension plan

457 plan

Well Wisconsin

EAP

PSLF

Zusammenfassung

Wisconsin Department of Corrections is seeking a Substance Use Disorder Counselor at RGCI to assess, plan, and deliver evidence-based treatment for SUD, focusing on EBP and earned release program. You will supervise SUD groups and coordinate after-care interventions with multiple disciplines to improve outcomes.

The role requires current Wisconsin SAC/CSAC certification, ongoing credential maintenance, and a schedule of Monday through Friday on-site work.

Qualifikationen

• Designing and developing a structured framework to ensure effective and efficient program delivery.
• Coordinating with multiple disciplines to develop, implement, and monitor after-care interventions.
• Conducting Substance Use Disorder assessments and programming.

Aufgaben

• Design and develop a continuum of program delivery using DOC tools and criteria.
• Coordinate with multiple disciplines to implement and monitor after-care interventions.
• Conduct SUD assessments and develop policies, procedures, and activities.

Kenntnisse

Group counseling

Individual counseling

SUD assessments

Program development

Ausbildung

AODA SAC/CSAC certification

Jobbeschreibung

Position Summary

This position formulates and implements individual and group assessments, case plans, and treatment in the areas of Evidence Based Practices (EBP) for Substance Use Disorders (SUD) and the Earned Release Program as well as administrative and documentation tasks for the RGCI population. This position has oversight responsibilities for SUD groups at RGCI to ensure program performance objectives are met, monitor performance measures, and audit instruments.

This position will also design and develop a continuum of program delivery to serve the target population using the DOC assigned criteria and tools to measure adequate, effective, and efficient program delivery. This position will coordinate with multiple disciplines in the institution to develop, implement, and monitor institution-wide after-care interventions to program completers and will consult with institution management on the progress and outcomes of after-care intervention program.

Salary Information

This position is in pay schedule and range 12-63 with a starting pay of $34.46/hour - $38.08/hour. The rates within this range relates to years of state seniority. Pay will be set in accordance with the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code in effect at the time of hire. A 12-month probationary period is required.

This position may receive a $1.50 to $2.00 per hour add-on pay based on the type of SAC credential possessed at the time of hire.

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.
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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.

This position is not eligible for remote work and will work on site. Anticipated schedule will be Monday – Friday 7:45 AM – 4:30 PM.

Qualifications

Applicants must possess a current AODA treatment certification from the state of Wisconsin in the form of a Substance Abuse Counselor (SAC), Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) certification or Authorized to Treat for Substance Use Disorder specialty certification and will be required to maintain certification during employment.

In addition to the Specialist Requirements above, applicants must meet the below.

Minimally Qualified Applicants Will Have Experience

• Designing and developing a structured framework to ensure effective and efficient program delivery.
• Coordinating with multiple disciplines to develop, implement, and monitor the after-care interventions to programs.
• Conducting Substance Use Disorder (SUD) assessments and programming.
• Developing policies and procedures, program components, and/or specific activities to achieve program goals and objectives.

In addition to the above minimally qualified, well qualified applicants will have experience

• Utilizing techniques for facilitating group and individual counseling.
• Utilizing treatment techniques related to Substance Use Disorders.
• Utilizing research and evidence-based Substance Use Disorder treatments.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affimative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.

The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program.

Deadline to Apply

Online application and materials must be submitted by 11:59 pm on October 27th, 2026.

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