RN Corrections

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Behavioral Health | Full-Time, On-Site

Location: Wisconsin Department Of Corrections

Address: Green bay, WI Start Date: 1/26/2026 Hours per Week: 40

About the Role

The facility is seeking an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to join its multidisciplinary team and provide high-quality counseling and crisis-intervention services. This role focuses on supporting patients across the age span who are experiencing social, emotional, or behavioral challenges. The LCSW will contribute to the development of individualized plans of care and deliver therapeutic interventions in alignment with professional standards.

This position requires an independent, fully licensed LCSW in Wisconsin, working on-site, full-time. The ideal candidate is trained in counseling, able to formulate diagnoses and treatment plans, and comfortable managing crisis situations. This is not a case-management role.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide counseling and therapeutic support to patients with social or emotional needs
• Conduct crisis intervention across diverse patient populations
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to develop and update plans of care
• Formulate diagnoses and create evidence-based treatment plans
• Document all interventions and assessments accurately
• Maintain compliance with all federal, state, and facility-specific regulations
• Deliver services in a variety of clinical settings as needed

Shift Schedule

• Hours: 7:45 AM - 4:30 PM
• Meal Break: 11:45 AM - 12:30 PM (unpaid)
• Weekly Hours: 40

Minimum Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program
• Active LCSW license in the state of Wisconsin (independent level required)
• Minimum one year of social work experience preferred
• Current CPR certification (if applicable)
• TB questionnaire, PPD, or chest X-ray (as required)
• Current health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Must meet all federal, state, and local employment requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Compensation Packages

Local LCSW

• Pay Rate: $59/hr
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,360

Travel LCSW

• Hourly Pay: $34/hr
• Meals: $476
• Housing: $770
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $2,606

No unbilled orientation unless noted.

Why Join This Assignment

This assignment offers the opportunity to deliver meaningful therapeutic care within a supportive, multidisciplinary environment. The LCSW will play a vital role in addressing emotional and behavioral needs, shaping treatment plans, and providing essential crisis support. This role is ideal for clinicians who value autonomy, clinical depth, and patient-centered practice.

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

* Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.