Psychologist-Norfolk Regional Center

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Hiring Agency:

Health & Human Services - Agency 25

Location:

Norfolk NE

Hiring Rate:

$2.000

Job Posting:

JR2026- Psychologist-Norfolk Regional Center (Evergreen) (Open)

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Job Description:

Psychologist Norfolk Regional Center

Make a Difference in a Structured Secure Care Environment

The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Psychologist to join our team at the Norfolk Regional Center (NRC). This is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals receiving inpatient psychiatric treatment while contributing to a safer and healthier Nebraska.

At NRC our mission is to reduce risk restore hope and support successful community reintegration for individuals with serious mental illness. We are committed to providing high-quality evidence-based treatment in a collaborative environment where employees are valued supported and encouraged to grow professionally.

About Norfolk Regional Center

The Norfolk Regional Center (NRC) was established by an act of the Nebraska Legislature in 1885 and has a long-standing history of providing specialized behavioral health services to Nebraskans. NRC serves adult males who have been committed by a Mental Health Board for inpatient psychiatric treatment and require a secure structured treatment environment.

In 2006 NRC expanded its services to include Nebraskas Sex Offender Treatment Program. This specialized program focuses on reducing the risk of re-offense enhancing public safety and improving the quality of life for individuals receiving treatment. Through evidence-based therapeutic interventions patients are provided opportunities to build skills that support successful community reintegration.

In 2018 NRC opened the Medical Support Program which provides comprehensive nursing and medical care for men with significant physical health conditions in addition to psychiatric cognitive and age-related challenges. The program offers individualized services and activities designed to maintain optimal functioning while addressing each patients unique treatment and safety needs.

As a Psychologist at NRC you will serve as a key member of the treatment team providing clinical leadership and specialized psychological services to adults receiving inpatient psychiatric care.

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide clinical leadership to interdisciplinary treatment teams.
• Conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations and assessments.
• Develop individualized treatment plans and behavioral interventions.
• Facilitate individual and group therapy sessions.
• Assess intellectual functioning personality characteristics and risks related to suicide violence elopement and sexual re-offense.
• Collaborate with psychiatrists and other clinical professionals to determine diagnoses and treatment recommendations.
• Provide consultation regarding treatment strategies and behavioral management approaches.
• Train and mentor staff on psychological best practices and risk reduction techniques.
• Participate in hospital committees program development initiatives and quality improvement efforts.
• Provide expert testimony at Mental Health Board hearings and other legal proceedings when necessary.

The ideal candidate is passionate about helping individuals achieve recovery improve functioning and successfully reintegrate into the community while supporting public safety.

Minimum Qualifications: Doctorate in Psychology.Licensed to practice psychology in Nebraska or eligible for a provisional license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year of post-doctorate experience.

• Experience working with sex offender populations.

Schedule
Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Occasional weekend coverage may be required.

Salary: Negotiable

• Expertise in psychological assessment diagnosis and risk evaluation.
• Strong understanding of evidence-based treatment practices.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within an interdisciplinary healthcare environment.
• Experience working with diverse populations including individuals with serious mental illness intellectual disabilities and personality disorders.
• Knowledge of Nebraskas Mental Health Commitment Act and Sex Offender Commitment Act.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to develop treatment programming and provide staff training.

If youre looking for a rewarding career where your expertise can help transform lives promote recovery and strengthen public safety we encourage you to apply.

For additional information contact:

Anny Friedrichsen
Talent Acquisition Partner

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