Treatment Providers

Sand Ridge Secure Treatment Center (SRSTC) within the Department of Health Services (DHS) is hiring multiple full-time Treatment Providers to work onsite at SRSTC in Mauston. Working hours are 7:45am-4:30pm Monday-Friday.

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.
• Exceptional pension plan with a 6.95% employer match in 2025 with lifetime retirement payment. 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!
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program employer.
• 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.

SRSTC provides treatment services to adult male sexual offenders who have been civilly committed or who are awaiting commitment under Wis. Stat. Ch. 980. As a Treatment Provider, you will carry out direct service activities, consultation, and research within your assigned treatment program area. You will:

• Develop treatment plans and assess and evaluate treatment of assigned patients.
• Provide input on Treatment Progress Reports (TPRs) and provide testimony on a patient’s progress in treatment.
• Serve as a member of the multidisciplinary team, consulting with other staff regarding treatment planning and implementation as needed and integrating treatment in daily living.

• These positions may be filled at the Treatment Provider – Chapter 980 - Intermediate or Treatment Provider - Chapter 980 – Senior level based on the selected candidate’s qualifications.
• The starting pay for the Treatment Provider – Chapter 980 – Intermediate is between $46.00 to $51.59 per hour (approximately $95,600-$107,300 per year), plus excellent benefits.
• The starting pay for the Treatment Provider – Chapter 980 – Senior is between $56.23 to $58.53 per hour (approximately $116,900-$121,700 per year), plus excellent benefits.
• A 12-month probationary period is required.
• These positions are in pay schedule and range 12/80. Pay for current or former state employees will be set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction.

• All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by SRSTC or medical personnel approved by the facility after to their start date.
• All applicants who may be appointed 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.
• DHS does not sponsor work visas for these positions, thus, in compliance with federal law, selected candidates will be required to verify eligibility to work in the United States by completing the required I-9 form upon hire.

Minimally qualified applicants will have all of the following:

• Experience providing psychotherapy clinical services in individual or group formats.
• A Masters or Doctorate degree in psychology, social work, or other social/behavioral science from an accredited college or university.
• Licensure or eligible for licensure as one of the following: Clinical Social Worker, Physician, Psychologist, Professional Counselor, or other mental health professional defined per s. 457.01 in the State of Wisconsin. Licensure in Wisconsin must be acquired by the time of appointment.
  • Eligible for licensure is defined as: Currently licensed in another state and in the process of applying for a license in Wisconsin or you must have already completed the required education, completed post graduate supervised practice, and in the process of applying for the license. Visit the Department of Safety and Professional Services for more information on licensure requirements.
  • If not currently licensed, be sure to clearly indicate in your application how you meet the eligibility requirements.

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

• Experience applying the standards for delivery of treatment and assessment of people who have committed sexual offenses.
• Experience developing and implementing treatment plans for patients.
• Experience providing direction or guidance to other treatment staff.

Please note, your letter of qualifications is limited to 2 pages and your resume is limited to 3 pages. For a guide on developing your resume and letter and what should be included, click here.

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Helpful Information:

• Once an application is submitted, no changes are allowed. Click “Save” to allow changes to your application as needed before submitting by the deadline.
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• Submitted materials will be evaluated according to the qualifications listed above.
• Please monitor your email for communications related this position.
• Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered.
• If viewing through an external site, please apply directly at Wisc.Jobs.
• For technical assistance and general information, please see Frequently Asked Questions. For questions about the position, a copy of the full position description, or for other employment inquiries, please contact Shannon in Human Resources at Shannon.kavorik@dhs.wi.gov

DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer.

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 May 5th 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.