Treatment Specialist SUD

Overview

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.

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). The TS2 will oversee SUD groups at Oshkosh Correctional Institution (OSCI) to ensure program performance objectives are met, monitor performance measures, and audit instruments. OSCI has over 2,000 residents distributed across more than 10 housing units, each with varying levels of SUD treatment requirements.

The TS2 will work closely to monitor these program level requirements, design and develop a continuum of program delivery, coordinate with multiple disciplines in the institution to develop, implement, and monitor institution-wide after‑care interventions for program completers, consult with institution management on progress and outcomes, and provide treatment services to other social worker programs at OSCI to meet programming requirements.

This position is in pay schedule and range 12‑63 with a starting pay of $33.78/hour – $37.33/hour
. The rate 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 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.

• 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.
• 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.
• Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well‑being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
• Employee Assistance Program offers employees and immediate families access to a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support health and well‑being.
• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

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. This position is FLSA Exempt. This position is not anticipated to travel on a regular basis, though DOC positions occasionally travel for training, meetings, conferences, or similar events. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (citizen, lawful permanent resident, or alien authorized to work without DOC sponsorship).

The Department of Corrections may conduct pre‑employment drug screens and criminal background checks, and all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting upon hire.

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.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce. The state provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities.