Behavioral Health Caseworker - Reception and Treatment Center
Behavioral Health Caseworker - Reception and Treatment Center
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Job Description
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Hiring Agency:
Correctional Services - Agency 46
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Job Description:
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DUTIES:
- Teaches psychoeducational classes. Interacts with inmates to instruct and orient to the Acute/Sub-Acute/Chronic-Care Units.
- Provides input into individualized treatment plans. Participates in multidisciplinary team meetings staffing meetings and informal consultations.
- Attends Mental Health trainings and any additional trainings deemed necessary for the position.
- Assist with security procedures in Acute/Sub-Acute/Chronic-Care Mental Health Units. Provides verbal de-escalation for inmates in these units.
- Writes Incident Reports and Contact Notes. Develops and implements Behavioral Baselines. Reviews Individualized Treatment Plans to support goals and objectives.
- Works under supervision and direction of the Mental Health Supervisor.
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications: Associates degree in criminal justice behavioral science human services or related field OR two years of experience working with persons referred through the legal system. Must be at least 18 years of age. No felony or domestic abuse related convictions.
Preferred Requirements: One year of corrections experience and/or experience working in the mental health field.
Other: Must have a valid drivers license. Transcripts required at time of appointment. Applicants accepting a job offer must pass a medical exam and at a randomly announced time pass a drug test. Once at the Staff Training Academy must successfully complete the fully paid NE Corrections Training Program.
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.
Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.
Employment Type
Full-Time
