Clinical Coordinator - Community Forensic Services

Introduction

The Department of Health Services (DHS), Division of Care and Treatment Services (DCTS) is recruiting to fill a full-time Clinical Coordinator position within the Bureau of Community Forensic Services (BCFS). BCFS promotes healthy living and protects public safety through the management and support of programs for adults with histories of criminal offenses and mental health and substance use concerns.

We offer the option to work remotely up to 5 days per week but you will need to go to the office periodically for meetings, training, onboarding, and other operational needs. You can be headquartered at one of the central or regional office buildings or treatment facilities throughout the state.

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; limitations may apply for leave time usage in the first six months.
• Top rated health plan options starting at $47/month for single plans and $117/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service.
• Exceptional pension plan with a 7.2% employer match in 2026 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!
• Several flex spending accounts: medical, dependent care, commuter, parking and High-Deductible Health Savings.
• 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.

Position Summary

As BCFS Clinical Coordinator, you will be responsible for providing clinical oversight of service delivery for individuals placed in the supervised release (SR) program under Wisconsin Statute Chapter 980. Chapter 980 governs the civil commitment, secure institutional care, supervised release, and discharge procedures for individuals defined as "sexually violent persons" after they complete criminal sentences.

Responsibilities will focus on developing, coordinating, implementing, and monitoring treatment programming that is consistent with assessed risk, identified treatment needs, goals, and methods, consulting, collaborating and communicating appropriately with various partners, and ensuring high quality treatment services through regular assessment and continuous improvement efforts. You will:

• Work directly with and serve as the liaison between the Sand Ridge Secure Treatment (SRSTC) staff assigned to the Supervised Release Program including collaborating with the 980 Treatment Supervisor and providing general oversight of 980 Treatment Providers and Specialists.
• Coordinate research, development, and implementation of any clinical practices and treatment planning tools used for BCFS that enhance program effectiveness and efficiency.
• Consult and collaborate with community and DHS partners on clinical issues that lead to the pursuit of revocation and/or treatment plan adjustments for clients to clinically address unsafe behaviors or situations.
• Formulate, recommend, implement, and provide oversight of clinical services and management of agreements as they relate to clinical services for clients in the community.

You may also be assigned facilitation of individual and group psychotherapy for SR clients as needed.

Salary Information

The starting pay is between $58.00 and $62.50 per hour (approximately $120,600 and $130,000 per year), depending on qualifications, plus excellent benefits. A 12-month probationary period is required.

Pay for current or former employees is based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. The position is classified as a Treatment Provider – Chapter 980 – Senior and is in pay schedule/range 12/80.

Job Details

• 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.
• To work remotely, employees must have access to both a private workspace and secure high-speed internet.
• Mileage reimbursement to the employee’s headquarter location is not provided.
• For positions that allow remote working flexibility, working outside of Wisconsin or in bordering cities will not be allowed except in extremely limited circumstances due to the need to report to an office location in Wisconsin on short notice.
• Some statewide travel is required. Selected candidate must have the ability to drive a state vehicle or provide one's own transportation.
• DHS does not sponsor work visas for this position, 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. DHS is not an E-Verify employer nor a STEM-OPT eligible employer.

Qualifications

Minimally qualified applicants will have all the following:

• Licensure or eligible* for licensure as a mental health professional per s. 457 in the State of Wisconsin (e.g., Clinical Social Worker, Psychologist, Professional Counselor, etc.). Licensure must be acquired by the time of appointment.

• Eligible for licensure is defined as: Currently licensed in another state or you must have already completed the required education, completed post graduate supervised practice, and are in the process of applying for the license. License must be obtained by time of appointment.

• Experience working with individuals with histories of criminal justice related issues.

• Experience creating, implementing, and monitoring treatment plans with interventions responsive to an individual’s assessed risks/needs.

• Experience translating sex offender and other risk assessments into specific treatment programming.

• Experience implementing evidence-based practices such as Risk Need Responsivity, Motivational Interviewing, or Trauma Informed Care.

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

• Experience working with patients of all age ranges that have a range of mental health problems and diagnoses.
• Experience providing individual, couple, family, and group treatment.

Your letter of qualifications is limited to two (2) pages. Your resume is limited to three (3) pages. For a guide on developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included in these materials, click here.

How To Apply

Applying is easy! Click “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Sign into your account or create an account before applying for the job. Follow the steps outlined in the application process to submit your application.

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.
• You may want to save a copy of the job posting for reference after the deadline.
• The materials submitted will be evaluated by a panel of job experts according to the qualifications above.
• Please monitor your email for communications related to 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, to request a copy of the full position description, or for other employment inquiries, please contact Katie Rudnick in Human Resources at [email protected].

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.

Deadline to Apply

The deadline for applying is August 19 at 11:59 PM.

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.