<p>Position Summary</p> <p>As a Work Therapist, you will provide work therapy treatment program for forensic adult patients, performing the following duties:</p> <ul> <li>coordinating and implementing a diversified work therapy and work education program; </li><li>participating as an active member of the interdisciplinary treatment team(s); </li><li>serving as a member of the Rehabilitative Services Department; </li><li>training Pre-Vocational Therapy students and students from related disciplines; </li><li>program evaluation and research. </li></ul> <p>Salary Information</p> <p>This position may be filled at the entry or senior level. Level of position will be determined based on the qualifications of the selected candidate at the time of hire.</p> <p>The starting pay for the Therapist is between $28.00 and $31.25 per hour (between $43,700 and $65,000 per year), depending on qualifications, plus excellent benefits. The pay schedule/range is 11/05.</p> <p>The starting pay for the Senior level is between $33.00 and $39.15 per hour (between $64,600 and $81,400 per year), depending on qualifications, plus excellent benefits. The pay schedule/range is 11/04.</p> <p>A 12-month probationary period is required for both levels. Pay for current or former state employees is set based upon the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction.</p> <p>Job Details</p> <p>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.</p> <p>All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by MMHI or medical personnel approved by the facility prior to their start date.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>Minimally qualified applicants will have all of the following:</p> <ul> <li>Experience coordinating, implementing, and providing diversified work therapy and education programs. </li><li>Experience integrating knowledge of multicultural issues, ethnic diversity and individual differences into therapeutic programming. </li></ul> <p>Well-qualified applicants will also have one or more of the following:</p> <ul> <li>Experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team. </li><li>Experience working with adults with psychiatric needs. </li><li>Experience analyzing and evaluating behavior change and treatment effectiveness. </li></ul> <p>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.</p> <p>How To Apply</p> <p>Applying is easy! Click "Apply for Job" to start your application process. Sign in to your account or click "Register Now" to create an account before applying for the job. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.</p> <p>Helpful Information:</p> <ul> <li>Once your application is submitted, no changes are allowed. Click "Save" to allow changes to your application as needed before submitting by the deadline. </li><li>You may want to save a copy of the job posting for referencing after the deadline. </li><li>Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts according to the qualifications above. </li><li>Please monitor your email for communications related to this position. </li><li>Current or former permanent, classified, state employees must complete the online application process to be considered. </li><li>If viewing through an external site, please apply directly at Wisc.Jobs. </li><li>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 Rachel Libera in Human Resources at rachel.libera@dhs.wisconsin.gov </li></ul> <p>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.</p> <p>Deadline to Apply</p> <p>The deadline to apply is April 14, 2026, at 11:59pm.</p> <p>Applicants are strongly encouraged to allow ample time to finalize their applications keeping in mind that technical assistance is only available Monday through Friday 7:45 am - 4:30 pm. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.</p>