Psychologist Supervisor

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 recruiting to fill a Psychologist Supervisor position. This position is based out of Jackson Correctional Institution in Black River Falls, WI (Jackson County).

This position is responsible for the overall administration and supervision of the Psychological Services Unit (PSU) at Jackson Correctional Institution (JCI).

This oversight is accomplished in accordance with the clinical and administrative priorities set by the Bureau of Health Services (BHS). The PSU Supervisor participates as part of the facility’s administrative team and collaborates with institution leadership including the Warden and Deputy Warden.

The Psychologist Supervisor is responsible for the development, administration, supervision and coordination of all psychological services programs within the facility.

This position provides clinical and administrative supervision to Psychological Services Unit staff; provides direct services to patients; provides consultation to institution administration and staff; administers the psychological services program to ensure patient access to mental healthcare in compliance with State and Federal guidelines and program standards.

The Psychologist Supervisor also manages an affirmative action plan and health and safety program within assigned responsibility areas.

This position is in pay schedule and range 81-02 with a starting pay of $56.82/hour - $57.96/hour.

(Effective annual salary including the two add-ons below would be: $141,065/year - $143,436/year.)

Pay will be set in accordance with the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code in effect at the time of hire. A two-year Career Executive trial period will be required, or for those with permanent status as a Career Executive, a twelve-month probationary period may be required instead.

Employees in possession of a Doctorate of Psychology (or equivalent) may be eligible for supplemental pay of an additional $6.00 per hour.

Employees in possession of a permanent License to practice Psychology may be eligible for supplemental pay of an additional $5.00 per hour.

For details of Psychology Add-Ons, see Section A 4.10 of the Comp Plan.

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, 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.

This position may allow occasional remote work (after training is complete) but will normally be on site.

Remote work must be performed from Wisconsin.

This position is FLSA Exempt.

Anticipated schedule will be day‑time hours Monday – Friday. Specifics can be discussed at time of interview,…