Do you have a passion for helping others? Are you looking for competitive wages? Then continue your career as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS).

Winnebago Mental Health Institute (WMHI) within DHS is recruiting to fill multiple Limited Term Employment (LTE) CNA positions, also known as Psychiatric Care Technician Advanced (PCT-A). WMHI is a psychiatric hospital providing quality mental health services to children, adolescents, and adults.

Review information about Limited Term Employment (LTE) with the State of Wisconsin here. Note that:

• LTE positions are not civil service classified positions, do not give any rights to a permanent civil service classified position, and do not lead to permanent status.
• Wisconsin residency is required for LTE positions.
• No more than 1039 hours may be worked within a 12-month period.

Now hiring positions with a tentative start date of September 8, 2025.

Please note that the first 3 weeks of employment will consist of training. Time off will not be approved during this 3-week training period. Employees must be available to train/work for 40 hours per week Monday – Friday from 6:30 am – 3:00 pm from September 8, 2025, through September 26, 2025.

Available shift: PM (2:30 pm – 11:00 pm)

These are not Pro Re Nata (PRN) positions. These positions will work every other weekend in addition to three 8-hour shifts, for a total of 5 shifts, within a two-week pay period.

Eligible candidates will receive notification via email by July 30, 2025, if selected to schedule an interview. Walk-in interviews will not be accepted.

For instructions on how to apply online, visit wisc.jobs.

As a PCT-A you will be responsible for:

• Implementing Individualized Treatment Plans.
• Monitoring and observing patient conditions.
• Maintaining patient records.
• Maintaining the safety of the personnel and patients.
• Maintaining a clean and safe environment.
• Participating as a team member in patient treatment planning.
• Assisting with orientating new patients and staff.
• Utilizing Crisis Prevention and Management (CPM) techniques when verbal or physical intervention is required to protect patient from injury to self, others, or the destruction of property.

Ongoing training/education related to patient care will be provided.

Pay is $35.29 per hour.  

• Night differential is an additional $0.80/hour and weekend differential is an additional $.80/hour.
• These positions are in pay schedule and range 05/32. 

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. Applicants will not be eligible if they were convicted of a Barred Crime (as defined by Wisconsin Statutes, s. 48.685 and s. 50.065, see chart below), or if they were convicted of a crime that is not listed below, but is substantially related to the position.

Individuals must be able to lift 50 pounds several times a day. In addition, individuals need to have the ability to perform complex motor skills and use specialized equipment. Prior to beginning employment, candidates must pass a pre-employment health assessment and pre-employment physical ability and agility screening which could include tasks such as running, lifting, and kneeling.

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

Minimally qualified applicants will have all of the following:

• Active Wisconsin (WI) CNA licensure.
  • Eligible means currently in a program/class to obtain WI CNA certification OR currently holding an active CNA certification in good standing from another state and able to transfer CNA certification to WI via reciprocity. The application is available on the WI Nurse Aid Program website. WI CNA certification must be obtained by the start of employment. 
• Must be a Wisconsin Resident.
• Ability to commit to an initial full 3-week training program (40 hours/week from 6:30 am – 3:00 pm).
• Ability to work every other weekend (Saturday–Sunday) and available to be scheduled for three additional weekday shifts (Monday–Friday) on any day within a 2-week pay period.

Well-qualified applicants will also have the following:

• Experience working with mental health patients.

Applying 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. 

You will be required to attach your current resume in a Word or PDF format. 

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.
• 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 Allyvia Vang at allyvia.vang@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 July 28, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. 

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.