Do you have a passion to help others while earning a competitive wage with phenomenal benefits? 

Department of Health Services (DHS), Northern Wisconsin Center (NWC) is recruiting to fill multiple Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)/Resident Care Technician (RCT) positions.  

CNA Certification Required.

The NWC work schedule allows for every other weekend off.  

NWC EXCEL is a short-term assessment and treatment facility for individuals who have an intellectual disability as well as a mental illness and aggressive or challenging behaviors.  NWC’s programming is designed to prepare people to live successfully in a community setting. NWC is located at 2820 East Park Avenue in Chippewa Falls. Click here to see what working for NWC is all about!

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. 
• Top rated health plan options starting at $42/month for single plans and $104/month for family plans, after 2 months of state service. 
• Exceptional pension plan with a 6.95% employer match in 2025 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.

Please note: This job posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies on a variety of shifts as they occur over the next six months or longer.  

If you are not currently a licensed Certified Nursing Assistant, please apply to Job Announcement 16999.    

• CNAs provide personal care, training, and behavioral support to individuals who have developmental disabilities and mental illness.
• CNAs participate in the assessment of client needs, program planning and implementation and program documentation and evaluation.

Starting pay is between $26.42 and $29.73 per hour based on state seniority. Additional increases are based on years of service in the chart below. This position is classified as a Resident Care Technician – Advanced. 

Years of State Service                  Pay Rate

0                                           $26.42

1                                           $26.97

2                                           $27.52

3                                           $28.08

5                                           $28.63

10                                         $29.18

15                                         $29.73

• An $.80 /hour night differential and an $.80 /hour weekend differential applies to worked shifts. 
• A $2,000 sign-on bonus applies to those with no prior state service in the last five years; who stay with NWC in the position until completing probation. Bonus will be split, $1000 upon hire and $1000 after completing probation. 
• A 12-month probationary period is required. The pay schedule and range is 06/12.
• Pay for current or former state employees will be set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction.

All applicants will be required to allow DHS to conduct a background check to determine whether the circumstances of any convictions may be related to the job being filled.

All appointees will be required to receive a TB test, which will be administered by NWC or medical personnel approved by the facility prior to their start date.

These positions have physical requirements which may include but are not limited to lifting up to 55 lbs, standing and walking on hard surfaces, kneeling, stooping, bending, reaching, squatting, pushing, pulling, climbing stairs and twisting. A physical assessment may be required prior to hire.  

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.

Minimally qualified applicants:

• Must have and maintain a valid Wisconsin Certified Nursing Assistant certification.  
• Must be willing and available to attend the required New Employee Orientation during the first 5 weeks of employment.  Schedule is full time, Monday through Friday (daytime hours) during the first 2 weeks, followed by 3 weeks of on-the-job-training (OJT) consisting of all 3 shifts (approximately 1½ weeks of 1^st shift, 1½ weeks of 2^nd shift, and includes 1 or 2 NOC shifts).  
• Must be willing and available to work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime when needed including staying for the next shift (up to 15.5 hours total in one shift) or working additional shifts as assigned to maintain facility staffing requirements.

Well-qualified applicants will have:

• Experience with the developmental, behavioral and health needs of individuals with intellectual disabilities.
• Experience applying active treatment principals and following individualized plans of care for residents/patients.

For a guide on developing your resume and what should be included, click here.

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. 

Helpful Information: 

• Once 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.
• You will be required to attach your current resume in a Word or PDF compatible format and answer one or more questions. 
• 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 may be directed to Deb Husby at DebraK.Husby@dhs.wisconsin.gov.  Questions about your application can be directed to Jennie Hocker at Jennifer.hocker@dhs.wisconsin.gov.

DHS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action. 

Veterans are encouraged to apply. For complete information on veterans’ hiring programs with the WI Department of Veteran’s affairs, click here.

Applications will be received until all positions are filled.