Treatment Specialist - Division of Community Corrections

Position Summary

This position is responsible for implementation, evaluation, and coordination of treatment programming addressing criminogenic needs, including Substance Use Disorder programming, in accordance with current program standards. This requires group preparation and facilitation, review of each participant’s practice work, documentation weekly regarding each participant’s progress, and completion of a discharge summary. This position will work to identify the nature and cause of the client’s strengths and weaknesses as they relate to substance use, social functioning, and other treatment areas as identified.

Upon approval of the Clinical Supervisor, the Treatment Specialist 1 will formulate and implement treatment plans, and provide treatment and guidance in line with accepted modules. This position will have consultation and liaison responsibilities with DCC staff, facilitating appropriate referrals for clients with identified needs as well as participants in the addictive/non‑addictive programming areas. This position is responsible for the development, implementation, and coordination of Substance Use Disorder (SUD) assessments and program recommendations.

This position is in pay schedule/range (12‑64) with an annual salary of $62,275‑$68,515, plus a $1.50 to $2.00 add‑on based on your Substance Use Disorder credential. Pay on appointment for current state employees may vary according to the applicable pay transaction provisions of the State Compensation Plan, Wisconsin Administrative Code, and statutes. A twelve‑month probationary period is required.

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 $3,000. The sign‑on bonus will be paid in two installments: $1,500 on the first paycheck and $1,500 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.

If the candidate leaves their position prior to completing the one year, they may be required to reimburse the initial payment.

• 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.
• Insurance:
  Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment.
• An optional tax‑advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well‑being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
• Our 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.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (ie. 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.

Note:

These positions require travel throughout multiple counties within the assigned region.

Special Requirement: Applicants must hold SUD Certification from the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (DSPS) by possession of:
Substance Abuse Counselor (SAC), or Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) certification.

• Treatment techniques related to alcohol and drug problems.
• Effects of alcohol and drugs in human beings.
• Culturally different values (cultural awareness).
• Community resources.
• Effective…