Psychiatric Care Supervisor

Sand Ridge Secure Treatment Center (SRSTC) within the Department of Health Services (DHS) is recruiting to fill a Psychiatric Care Supervisor position in Mauston, WI.

SRSTC opened in 2001 and provides care and treatment for several different patient populations. The center houses Wisconsin’s Sexually Violent Persons Program, provides care and treatment for persons found not guilty by reasons of mental disease or mental defect, and provides court ordered treatment, testing, and education to patients found not competent to stand trial. SRSTC is a 500-bed treatment facility and is part of the Division of Care and Treatment Services (DCTS). Watch this video to learn more about the work of DCTS.

As an employee of the state of Wisconsin, you'll have access to an amazing benefits package, including:

• 3.5 weeks of vacation, 9 paid holidays and ample sick time.
• Top rated health plan options starting at $42/month for single plans and $104/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
• Premium pension plan with at least a 6.95% employer match in 2025. Plus, a tax advantaged supplemental retirement savings plan which allows you to save money directly from your paycheck for retirement. Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package!
• Well Wisconsin Wellness Program
• A free and confidential 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.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer

As a Psychiatric Care Supervisor, you will be responsible for:

• Shift management of operations and the implementation of treatment plans.
• Managing therapeutic activities for patients and/or patient groups.
• Participating in the development of treatment plans, program and unit rules, policies, and procedures.
• Supervising assigned Psychiatric Care Technicians-Advanced (PCTs) which includes counseling and evaluating performance of staff and coordinating schedules and duties.
• Assuring performance of security related tasks, functions, and responsibilities necessary to maintaining a clean, safe, and secure environment in accordance with federal, state, DHS and SRSTC policies and procedures.
• Assisting with direct patient care and performing additional duties as assigned.

The starting salary is between $44.88 - $47.41 per hour (approximately $93,300-$98,600 per year), depending on qualifications, plus excellent benefits. A 12-month probationary period is required.

The pay schedule and range is 81/33. Pay for current or former state employees will be set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction.

• All applicants who may be appointed to this position will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job being filled.
• All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by SRSTC or medical personnel approved by the facility after their start date.
Due to the nature of these positions, individuals will be required to complete a physical ability verification. This includes but not limited to lifting a minimum of 30 lbs., squat, kneel, utilize stairs, drag up to 90 lbs., walk and run 200 meter distance.

Minimally qualified applicants will have all of the following:

• Experience in a leadership role (e.g., coaching, delegating tasks and/or responsibilities, training, etc.).
• Experience providing psychiatric care and/or security to inmates/patients with behavior disorders, mental illness or developmental disabilities.
• Successful completion of the Academic Training Academy provided by the Department of Corrections Correctional Training Center, DHS Training Center, or equivalent.
• Experience participating on an interdisciplinary team and/or participating in treatment planning for inmates/patients.

Well-qualified applicants will also have one or more of the following:

• Experience in a formal supervisory role (e.g., evaluating staff performance, hiring, disciplining, scheduling assignments, enforcing policies, etc.).
• Experience working effectively with a multi-cultural, multi-ethic population.
• Experience responding to emergency situations.

The letter of qualifications is limited to one (1) page. For a guide on developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included in these materials, click here.

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• Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts according to the qualifications above.
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• Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered.
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• For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions. For questions about the position or for other employment inquiries, please contact Katie in Human Resources at Katherine.hartmann@dhs.wi.gov

DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer seeking a diverse and talented workforce.

Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on Veterans’ hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran’s Affairs, click here.

The deadline to apply is February 4th at 11:59pm. Applicants are strongly encouraged to allow ample time to finalize their applications keeping in mind that technical assistance is not available after 4:30 PM on the deadline date. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.