Behavior Technician

Lincoln, NE - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 1 - 1

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:

Health & Human Services - Agency 25

Location:

Lincoln NE

Hiring Rate:

$29.500

Job Posting:

JR2025- Behavior Technician (Evergreen) (Open)

Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed job is posted as open until closed):

Job Description:

You have the passion we have the opportunities lets make a difference for Nebraskans!

Seeking motivated forward thinking candidates who want to make a difference in the lives of youth at YRTC-Lincoln.

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 YRTC-Lincoln. We provide individualized treatment to high acuity youth using an Applied Behavioral Analysis approach. These positions will under general supervision provide continuous intensive behavioral modification trauma-focused interventions residential care custody and supervision of the youth at the 24-hour state facility located in Lincoln NE. Candidates for this position should have a passion for working with youth needing a high level of support and stability.

Job Duties:

Direct care for youth with high acuity using trauma-focused interventions.
De-escalation 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 the youth.
Partner with medical providers including the Behavior Support Specialists to ensure constant follow through of specific programming behavioral modification strategies and treatment plans.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Must be at least 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent education. Bachelors degree in behavioral sciences human services criminal justice or related field. OR Experience in child or youth care teaching foster care community work related to children and youth behavioral health systems patient care nursing delinquency prevention juvenile court systems or other areas involving contact or interaction with youth or families may substitute for the educational requirement on a year for year basis. Completion of: 40 hours of Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) training; Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) competency assessment and exam administered by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board must be completed within 120 days of hire. RBT renewal competency assessment and application are 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. Previous experiencing working with youth aged 14-19.

This position requires proficiency in English including the ability to read write speak and comprehend the language effectively.

We are hiring for 2nd shift; 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM. This qualifies for a shift differential of $1- $1.50!

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 self-worth; 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.

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Required Experience:

The work we do matters!Hiring Agency:Health & Human Services - Agency 25Location: Lincoln NEHiring Rate:$29.500Job Posting:JR2025- Behavior Technician (Evergreen) (Open)Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed job is posted as open until closed):Job Description:You have the passio...