The Department of Health Services (DHS) strives to protect and promote the health and safety of all people of Wisconsin through the efforts of a dedicated and diverse workforce. DHS works to ensure access to individuals, families, and communities to achieve positive health outcomes in the areas of abuse prevention, mental health, public health, family care, long-term care, and much more.

Southern Wisconsin Center (SWC) is recruiting to fill one (1) full-time and four (4) part-time Therapy Assistant positions located in Union Grove.

SWC is a state operated Intermediate Care Facility for Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities. SWC provides a wide variety of programs and services designed to assist and prepare individuals to live successfully in the setting that best meets their needs. SWC brings together a rich history and state of the art treatment approaches for the new millennium. Click here to see what working at SWC is all about!

As an employee of the state of Wisconsin, you'll also have access to an amazing benefits package, including paid time off, low-cost insurance options, and participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System, which is considered among the best in the country! The State of Wisconsin is also a qualifying employer for the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.. Benefits for part time employees including vacation and additional benefits will be prorated based on the amount of hours worked

Work schedules available are:

• Full-time schedule is 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Monday – Friday.
• 2 PM Shifts (60% FTE = 24 hours/week)
  • Week 1: Sunday working 4 hours; Monday – Thursday 3:00 pm – 8:00 pm
  • Week 2: Monday – Thursday 3:00 pm – 8:00 pm; Friday 3:30 pm – 7:30 pm

• 1 PM Shift (60% FTE = 24 hours/week)
  • Week 1: Tuesday – Friday 3:00 pm – 8:00 pm; Saturday working 4 hours
  • Week 2: Monday – Thursday 3:00 pm – 8:00 pm; Friday 3:30 pm – 7:30 pm
• 1 Friday PM/Weekend AM Shift (40% FTE = 16 hours/week)
  • Saturday & Sunday working 6.5 hours; Friday 3:30 pm – 7:30 pm

This job announcement may be used to fill future vacancies as they occur.

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These positions plan, implement and coordinate a variety of active treatment, rehabilitative, basic skill development programs, which stimulates and encourages cooperation and participation of residents in a wide variety of day service related activities.

The starting salary is $20.37 per hour, plus excellent benefits. The pay schedule and range is 06/12. A 12 month probationary period is required.

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 SWC or medical personnel approved by the facility prior to their start date.

Employees are required to provide documentation of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 by their start date. Exceptions will be granted to those who obtain an approved medical or religious accommodation or those who provide documentation requiring a delay in receiving the vaccine.

**State of Wisconsin Fleet Vehicle Policy:

• Must have a valid driver's license
• Minimum of two year's driving experience
• Must be 18 years of age or older

Additionally, the driving record must not reflect the following conditions:

• 3 or more moving violations (with point reductions) and/or at fault accidents in the past 2 years
• An OWI or DUI violation within the past 12 months
• A suspension or revocation of the driver's license

Minimally qualified applicants will have all of the following:

• Training and/or experience planning, implementing, and/or coordinating vocational and recreational activities
• Experience completing documentation and/or creating reports
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and meet the requirements of the State of Wisconsin Fleet Vehicle Policy to drive a state vehicle.**

Well-qualified applicants will also have the following:

• Experience working directly with individuals with mental health disorders, physical disabilities, intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.

For tips on developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included in these materials, click here. Please note, the letter of qualifications is limited to one page.

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Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts according to the qualifications 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.

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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.

For questions, or to request a copy of the full position description, please contact Jennie Hocker at Jennifer.hocker@dhs.wisconsin.gov.

For assistance with technical difficulties, please contact the Wisc.Jobs help desk at 608-267-1012 or wiscjobs@wisconsin.gov.

The annoucement will remain open until all positions are filled.