Introduction

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

The Department of Corrections is currently recruiting to fill five Treatment Specialist 2 positions. These positions are based out of Copper Lake / Lincoln Hills schools in Irma, WI.

Note: This is a reannouncement. If you previously applied for this job ID number, you do not reapply at this time . You will be considered with your current score if you were deemed eligible.

DOC is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, nine paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
• A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being

Position Summary

This position will work a flexible schedule which may include periodic evenings and weekends. Duties include: Developing and coordinating overall treatment programming for youth; providing direct service and intervention to youth; Preparing accurate reports and coordinating plans and arrangements for referral of youth to Mental Health facilities; providing consultation, orientation and training to treatment team members and institution staff. These positions will also be responsible for providing staff directed activities to the youth.

Salary Information

The starting annual pay is between $46,820 and $83,403 plus excellent benefits. Pay on appointment for current and former state employees may vary according to the applicable pay transaction provisions of the compensation plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code. The position is in pay schedule/range 12-63. A 12 month probationary period may be required.

Job Details

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

The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.

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 to employment. Applicants who fail or refuse the drug screen will not be given further consideration for employment.

Candidates 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 $2,000. The sign-on bonus will be paid in two installments: $1000 on the first paycheck and $1000 with the paycheck for the pay period in which the employee attains permanent status (usually 1 year).

To receive the bonus , a candidate must sign an agreement indicating they will remain in that position for a year . I f the candidate l eave s their position prior to completing the one year, they may be required to reimburse the initial payment.

Qualifications

Minimally qualified applicants will have:

• Experience conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, and providing case management
• Experience delivering Evidence Based Programming (EBP) to reduce the risk of recidivism to the served population
• Experience working and communicating effectively with multiple parties to enhance individual treatment and release outcomes

How To Apply

To apply, click on "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application. Permanent classified employees who are eligible for consideration as a transfer or voluntary demotion must complete the application process in order to be considered.

Applicants should attach a letter of qualifications and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the qualifications mentioned above. It is not necessary to include references at this time. Your letter of qualifications and resume will be evaluated and is considered the assessment for this position. Your letter of qualifications and resume should be limited to a maximum of two pages each.

Your submission will be evaluated by one or more job experts. The most eligible candidates will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. For more information regarding your letter of qualification and resume, please click here .

Questions can be directed to Ramona Koch, Human Resources Specialist at Ramona.Koch@wisconsin.gov

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.

Deadline to Apply

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the needs of the department are met. We anticipate using this job opening until July 31, 2024.

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