The Department of Health Services (DHS), Central Wisconsin Center (CWC) is recruiting for CNA Supervisors. CWC provides short-term and long-term residential services to assist people living with intellectual disabilities in acquiring the personal skills needed to reach their highest potential. CWC is located at 317 Knutson Drive on the north side of Madison. 

CWC is part of the Division of Care and Treatment Services (DCTS). DCTS is committed to helping all state residents live their best lives through an interconnected web of behavioral health services. Watch this video to learn more about the work of DCTS.

Our workers love what they do. But don’t take our word for it. Hear from our employees. 

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. 
• 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.
• CWC also has a 24/7 fitness center, free parking, and is on the Madison Metro bus route.

Positions Available:

• Night Shift: 100% (40 hours per week) for an Area 1 Float (Medical Short Term Care Unit (MSTCU) and Intensive Treatment Program (ITP) (10:00 pm to 06:30 am.) 
• Morning Shift: 100% (40 hours per week) for Murphy Hall East (6:00 am to 2:30 pm.)
• Night Shift: 100% (40 hours per week) for Murphy Hall West (10:00 p.m.- 6:30 a.m.)

These positions are responsible for center-wide operations and supervision of care and treatment plans, therapeutic activities for individuals and nursing care as directed by licensed practitioners; participation in the development of treatment plans, programs and unit rules, policies and procedures; supervision of assigned CNA's to assure performance of tasks, functions, and responsibilities necessary to assure appropriate individual care and active treatment in a clean, safe, and secure environment, in accordance with Federal, State, DHS, CWC, and unit policies and procedures; supervision, counseling, and evaluation of CNA's on assigned unit; assignment and coordination of direct care staff schedules and duties.

The starting salary is between $34.61 and $35.68 per hour (approximately between $72,000 and $74,200 per year), depending on qualifications, plus excellent benefits. A 12-month probationary period is required. 

Pay for current or former state employees will be set based on the rules that apply to compensation for the applicable transaction. This position is classified as a Resident Care Supervisor and is in pay schedule and range 81/04.

All applicants who may be appointed to these positions 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 CWC or medical personnel approved by the facility prior to their start date.

DHS does not sponsor work visas for these positions, 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 will have all of the following:

• Experience implementing new treatments and providing continual active treatments, care, safety and monitoring programs for residents or clients in a 24/7 healthcare facility.
• Experience providing coaching, guidance, or training to other staff.

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

• Supervisory experience including performance evaluations, resolving conflict, assigning/reviewing work of subordinates, scheduling, interviewing or recommending hiring of staff, etc.
• Leadership (coaching, guiding, and/or training other staff) or supervisory experience in a healthcare facility.

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.

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• Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts according to the qualifications above. 
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• 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 Jacque Strook in Human Resources at Jacqueline.Strook@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. 

The deadline to apply is April 3, 2025, by 11:59 pm. 

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.