Mental Health Professional - Marathon County Jail

The Mental Health Professional Opportunity :

The Mental Health Professional serves as a critical member of the Crisis Services team, working within the Marathon County Jail to provide timely, evidence-based mental health assessment, intervention, and coordination of care for individuals experiencing mental health challenges while incarcerated. This role bridges correctional and community mental health systems, supporting stabilization, continuity of care, and reintegration planning.

Mental health professionals in correctional settings play a pivotal role in mitigating crises, ensuring legal and ethical treatment standards are met, and addressing complex mental health needs in a secure environment. This includes conducting clinical evaluations, developing treatment recommendations, advocating for appropriate services, and collaborating closely with jail staff, community agencies, and healthcare providers to support recovery and reduce recidivism.

Compensation and Benefits :

• The starting pay range for this role is $74,776 to $81,411 annually, based on education and experience.
• This job is full-time and in person.
• PTO, paid holidays, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, assistance program, and more.
• As a full-time employee of NCHC, you would be eligible for the Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS). The WRS is a hybrid defined benefit plan. It contains elements of both a 401(k) or defined contribution plan and a defined benefit plan. Participating staff contribute 6.95% and NCHC will match this at 100% each pay period!

What Qualifies You : Required :

Preferred :

In evaluating candidates for this position, North Central Health Care may consider a combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of this position.

What a Mental Health Professional does at NCHC :

About North Central Health Care :

Nestled in the heart of Central Wisconsin, North Central Health Care (NCHC) is a healthcare organization formed over fifty years ago as a partnership between three Central Wisconsin counties - Langlade, Lincoln, and Marathon. NCHC employs approximately 775 professionals in diverse roles across a variety of care and work environments. We provide passionate and high-quality care for individuals and families within the fields of mental health treatment, addiction services, long term care, short term care, physical therapy, crisis stabilization and so much more. We have amazing employees who provide exceptional care and want to add to our team. You can visit our website at www.norcen.org / careers to learn more.

In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, NCHC will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. North Central Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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