Behavior Technician- YRTC Lincoln
Behavior Technician- YRTC Lincoln
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Job Description:
Seeking motivated forward thinking candidates who want to make a difference in the lives of youth at Lincoln Youth Facility.
DHHS is dedicated to a therapeutic rehabilitative and holistic approach to their care and is in need of Behavior Technicians to work with the population at Lincoln Youth Facility. We provide individualized treatment to high acuity youth using a Applied Behavioral Analysis model. These positions will under general supervision provide continuous intensive behavioral modification traumafocused interventions residential care custody and supervision of the youth at the 24 hour state facility located in Lincoln NE.
Job Duties:
Direct care for youth with high acuity using traumafocused interventions.
Deescalation of verbal and physical aggression with inclusion of behavioral modification strategies.
Continuous and intensive interventions to encourage skill building of life and communication skills.
Direct implementation of continuous and intensive treatment plans and therapeutic activities using positive reinforcement strategies.
Monitor and document daily behavior and progress of residents.
Partner with medical providers including the Board Certified Behavior Analyst to ensure constant follow through of specific programming behavioral modification strategies and treatment plan.
Requirements / Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications: Must be at least 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent education. Related coursework/training experience in: behavioral sciences counseling and guidance rehabilitation/treatment services education nursing/patient care delinquency prevention criminal justice or related area. Completion of: 40 hours of Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) training; Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) competency assessment. RBT renewal competency assessment and application is required on an annual basis. A valid drivers license and ability to become an authorized vehicle driver for the State of Nebraska is also required.
Preferred Qualifications: Bachelors degree in any of the fields mentioned above.
We are hiring 2nd Shift! This shift qualifies for an additional $1 $1.50 shift differential! This position will be working with the female population.
Knowledge: of behavioral prevention and intervention techniques; adolescent growth and development; individual counseling theory and practice; recreational theory and practice; first aid; basic sanitation and personal hygiene; basic counseling and crisis intervention techniques; behavioral prevention and intervention techniques.
Skill: in organizing and prioritizing ones own work; communicating to relay information to staff management industry professionals and family members/guardians; communicating with youth in a way that reinforces feelings of selfworth; listening to and understanding information received; providing learning experiences to enhance insight and growth of youth; being aware of others actions and reactions; persuading others to change their minds or behaviors; bringing others together to reconcile differences.
Ability:to learn and apply facility policies rules and regulations; learn and understand social and legal issues in child welfare; learn and apply security measures; intervene in crisis situations while maintaining the safety of youth and staff; develop and maintain purposeful relationships with youth; plan organize and participate in a variety of recreational or vocational activities; observe assess and document adolescent behavior; work in a team setting to implement residential programs and develop and implement individual growth plans.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay benefits paid time off retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position agency and employment status. For more information on benefits please visit: Opportunity Statement
The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity inclusion and belonging. We recruit hire train and promote in all job classifications and at all levels without regard to race color religion sex. age national origin disability marital status or genetics.
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IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
