Social Worker - Substance Abuse Counselor Job at Wisconsin Department of Corrections in Fond du Lac

SOCIAL WORKER - SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELOR
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Position Summary
This position identifies the nature and cause of client’s problem(s) and incapacities as they relate to chemical abuse, social functioning, vocational functioning, legal functioning, and leisure time functioning.
This position formulates service delivery plans, implements case plans upon approval of the supervisor, provides treatment and guidance in line with accepted modules, and develops and refers clients to appropriate community resources.
A Social Worker credential and a substance abuse credential from the Wisconsin DSPS is required to be considered.
Salary Information
Social Worker is in pay schedule and range12-64 with pay starting from $30.90/hour - $32.68/hour.
Social Worker - Senior is in pay schedule and range12-63 with pay starting from $33.66/hour - $41.54/hour.
This position may receive a $1.00 to $2.00 per hour add-on pay based on the type of SAC credential possessed at the time of hire.
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.
Candidates with no prior permanent employment with the State of Wisconsin in the past 5 years may be eligible to accept a $2,000 sign-on bonus.
The bonus is paid in two installments: $1000 on the first paycheck and $1000 after one year of employment.
Benefits include:
* Substantial leave, including vacation, holidays, and sick time
* Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
* Retirement plans including pension and 457 plan
* Well Wisconsin Program and Employee Assistance Program
* Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness
Job Details
These positions are primarily on-site with some remote work possible.
Typical schedule is Monday – Friday, daytime hours.
The position is FLSA Exempt and not expected to travel regularly.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S., pass pre-employment drug screens, and background checks.
Qualifications
Applicants must possess an active Social Worker credential issued by Wisconsin DSPS in one of the following forms:
* Social Worker Training certificate (127)
* Social Worker certificate (120)
* Advanced Practice Social Worker certificate (121)
* Independent Clinical Social Worker certificate (122)
* Licensed Clinical Social Worker license (123)
and an active Substance Abuse Counselor credential:
* SAC-IT, SAC, or CSAC
Applicants with pending SAC-IT applications may be considered if they obtain the credential within 12 months.
To apply, follow the online application process, entering your credential numbers as verified on DSPS website.
The application remains open until December 17, 2025, with ongoing recruitment based on department needs.
The Wisconsin Department of Corrections is an Equal Opportunity employer and provides accommodations for applicants with disabilities.
Veterans with service-connected disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Questions can be directed to Athena Foster at [email protected]. #J-18808-Ljbffr