Psychologist - Wisconsin Resource Center

IntroductionThe Department of Health Services (DHS), Wisconsin Resource Center (WRC) is a secure treatment facility that specializes in treating individuals with severe mental health conditions from the Wisconsin Department of Corrections. This facility is located on Lake Winnebago with beautiful walking paths by the lake for employees to use during break periods.WRC is recruiting to fill a Psychologist position. This position will provide in-depth diagnostic and treatment services on a unit that serves a population with both acute and chronic serious mental illnesses as a member of a multidisciplinary team. This position will typically work between 7:45am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday, in addition to some on-call hours.As an employee of the State of Wisconsin, you'll also 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 $45/month for single plans and $111/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 employer.Position SummaryAs a professional Psychologist, you will work as part of a unit-based team with the following responsibilities:Providing psychological services including individual and group therapy; evaluation; and team treatment planning for inmates. Providing leadership in applying professional mental health approaches at WRC. Providing consultation and evaluation to WRC staff regarding treatment, evaluation, applied research, and program evaluation. Participating in Psychology Department activities such as department meetings, staff training, peer review, quality assurance, and professional development conferences and committees, as requested. Providing supervision to pre-doctoral psychology interns and master’s level practicum students commensurate with licensure status and experience.Salary InformationStarting annual salary* is $130,100 or up to the appointment maximum at the time of the appointment, plus excellent benefits.*Salary includes $6.00 /hour add-on for Doctorate and $5.00 /hour add-on for WI licensure.$3,000 sign-on bonus applies to those with no prior state service in the last five years, who stay with WRC in the position until completing probation. Bonus will be split, $1,500 upon hire and $1,500 after completing probation. 12-month probationary period is required. Pay schedule and range is 12/60. Pay for current or former state employees will be set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. Job DetailsAll 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 WRC or medical personnel approved by the facility within 30 days of the start date.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.QualificationsMinimally qualified applicants will have all of the following:License or eligible for licensure as a Psychologist in the State of Wisconsin. Eligible is defined as: you currently hold a licensure as a Psychologist in another state and are eligible for licensure in the State of Wisconsin or you have received a passing score on the Professional Practice in Psychology (EPPP) examination and your license application is currently in progress with the Psychology Licensing Board. WI licensure must be obtained by time of appointment. (Applicants with a training license would not be eligible.)Experience with diagnostic assessment using observation and interviewing skills and familiarity with the psychological assessment measures used by professional psychologists.Experience working with people with severe mental illnesses.Experience working within a multidisciplinary team.CPR Training/Certification from American Heart Association Healthcare Provider CPR and Heart saver First Aid.Well-qualified applicants will also have one or more of the following:Experience handling confidential or sensitive information such as personal identifiable information (PII) or health records information.Experience working in a secure environment such as a prison or correctional facility.Experience with legal or psychiatric terminology. For a guide on developing your resume and letter of qualifications and what should be included in these materials, click here.How To ApplyApplying is easy! Click “Apply for Job” to start your 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 InformationOnce your 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 referencing after the deadline.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 DHSWRCRecruitment@dhs.wisconsin.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.Deadline to ApplyThe deadline to apply is June 1, 2026 at 11:59pm. 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.