Job Details

Introduction

The Department of Health Services (DHS), Division of Care and Treatment Services (DCTS) is recruiting to fill a full-time Youth Mental Health Services Coordinator position within the Bureau of Prevention Treatment and Recovery (BPTR). BPTR promotes overall wellness through the management and support of community mental health and substance use services for people of all ages and backgrounds.

This position can work remotely up to 5 days per week but will be required to report to an office location occasionally based on training or operational need. This position can be headquartered at one of our central or regional offices . Some statewide travel is also required.

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 $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 Summary

As the Youth Mental Health Services Coordinator, you will be responsible for the oversight, maintenance, and monitoring of significant activities of the public mental health system for children and youth with serious emotional disturbance (SED) in Wisconsin. You'll focus on ensuring children receive appropriate care and good outcomes in the least restrictive environment; developing supports for children and their families; and ensuring accountability and integrity in all activities. In addition, you will lead activities related to Child and Adolescent Day Treatment facilities to ensure children are receiving appropriate, trauma informed, and best practice in their care within these agencies.

Salary Information

The starting pay is between $37.00 and $41.00 per hour (approximately between $76,900 and $85,200 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. This position is classified as a Human Services Program Coordinator - Senior and is in pay schedule/range 07/03.

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.
• 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 of the following:

• Experience working in mental health, substance use, or co-occurring treatment support services for children and youth with severe emotional disturbance, mental health, or substance use challenges.
• Experience with evidence based or best practices in working with children and families with mental health or substance use challenges.
• Experience providing training, support, or technical assistance activities within a mental health or substance use related program area.
• Experience with contract or grant administration (e.g., reviewing and approving budgets and workplans, monitoring or evaluating performance, ensuring compliance, etc.).

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

• Experience collaborating with a variety of partners in the mental health or substance use services systems (e.g., Tribal nations, treatment providers, county, state, federal or local agencies, etc.).
• Experience with children mental health systems of care and the principles of wraparound.
• Experience assessing the strengths and needs of youth and using these to develop a plan of care.

Your letter of qualifications is limited to two (2) pages and your resume is limited to two (2) 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

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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 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.
• 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 Shannon Kavorik in Human Resources at ...@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 .

Deadline to Apply

The deadline to apply is February 2nd 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.