This position assesses problems and capabilities of assigned persons in our care; formulates case plans; monitors progress; provides counseling; and develops and refers them to appropriate institution and community resources upon transfer or release.
Some of the tasks are governed by Administrative Rules, Department of Corrections and/or Institution mandates.
In addition, treatment efforts are coordinated with other institution and unit staff, parole agents, family members and/or community resources.
*alary Information*
Social Worker is in pay schedule and range 12-64 with pay starting at $30.
29 per hour.
Social Worker - Senior is in pay schedule and range 12-63 with pay starting at $33.
00 per hour.
Pay on appointment for current state employees may vary according to the applicable pay transaction provisions of the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code.
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 $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).
(UW System employment isn’t disqualifying.
)
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.
*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.
For more in-depth information on employment with the State of Wisconsin, please see the State Employee Handbook.
*Qualifications*
*SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:*
Applicants must possess a *Social Worker credential* issued by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services in the form of a:
* Social Worker Training certificate (127)
* Social Worker certificate (120)
* Advanced Practice Social Worker certificate (121)
* Independent Clinical Social Worker certificate (122) or
* Licensed Clinical Social Worker license (123)
Applicants with a temporary credential may be considered, but the regular Social Worker credential must be obtained during the first 12 months of employment.
Qualified candidates will also have:
* Experience applying social work methods and treatment techniques
* Experience facilitating group and individual counseling
* Experience applying motivational interviewing techniques
* Experience in case planning
* Knowledge of community resources and support programs
* Knowledge of culturally different values
In addition to the credential above, in order to be _considered_ for direct hire at the Social Worker - Senior level:
Applicants must also have 12 or more months of social work experience with correctional clients or 2 or more years of social work experience in another state, county, or tribal agency.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.
29 - $33.
00 per hour
Benefits:
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Parental leave
* Referral program
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
* No nights
* No weekends
Work setting:
* Hybrid work
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Redgranite, WI 54970
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