Introduction
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 cutting-edge research and 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 Social Worker - Limited Termed Employment positions located at Redgranite Correctional Insitution, Redgranite, WI (Waushara County).
Note: Candidates must be a resident of the State of Wisconsin in order to be considered.
NOTE: LTE positions are limited to working a total of 1039 hours over a period of 12 months.
The work hours of this position are flexible once trained and will be Monday through Friday, anytime from 6am - 6pm.
The exact schedule will be determined with the supervisor upon appointment.
Position Summary
This position assesses assigned inmates’ problems and capabilities; formulates a case plan; monitors inmates’ progress; provides counseling; and develops and refers inmates to appropriate institution and community resources upon transfer or release.
Some of the tasks are governed by Administrative Rules, Department of Corrections, and institution mandates.
In addition, treatment efforts are coordinated with other institutions and unit staff, parole agents, the inmate’s family and/or community resources.
Salary Information
The starting pay is between $18.
87 and $32.
68 per hour.
The pay schedule/range is 12-64.
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.
Note: Candidates must be a resident of the State of Wisconsin in order to be considered.
Qualifications
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)
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.
Applicants should attach a letter of qualification and resume detailing their training and experience relating to the qualifications mentioned above.
It is not necessary to include references at this time.
The Department of Corrections has created extra guidance to assist you in developing your resume and letter of qualifications, if interested 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
On-line application materials must be finalized by 11:59 pm on April 17, 2024 in order to be considered.
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