***HYBRID SCHEDULE***

Job Description:

To fill psychologist positions and support our patients and mission we are pleased to offer hybrid schedules for fully licensed psychologists. A hybrid schedule is a combination of set onsite and remote workdays. Check out what the State of Nebraska has to offer!

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of individuals? Do you have a sincere understanding of psychological principles and a desire to promote rehabilitation and mental wellness among those facing unique challenges? Do you enjoy working alongside a dedicated team of professionals who share your passion for making positive changes? If so, we invite you to join our dynamic team.

This is an at-will position. Compensation is commensurate with experience for fully licensed Psychologists. Provisionally licensed individuals are also encouraged to apply and will be considered at $95,000 minimum starting salary.

Nebraska Correctional Center for Women (NCCW), York, NE: NCCW is the state's only secure correctional facility for adult women. It also serves as the diagnostic and evaluation center for newly committed incarcerated females. Mental Health services range from intake assessments to crisis intervention and chronic care services. NCCW has a 30 bed special needs unit.

Nebraska State Penitentiary (NSP), Lincoln, NE: The facility opened in 1869 and is the oldest state correctional facility in Nebraska. The incarcerated population consists primarily of adult men serving sentences of varying length. Mental Health services include individual counseling, crisis assessment, group counseling, and treatment planning.

Reception and Treatment Center* (RTC), Lincoln, NE: RTC is the diagnostic and evaluation center for newly committed incarcerated men. The facility houses specialized residential treatment units. Mental Health services range from intake assessments to crisis intervention, chronic care services, and residential treatment.

Tecumseh State Correctional Institution* (TSCI), Tecumseh, NE: TSCI houses adult males serving sentences of varying lengths. Mental Health services include individual counseling, crisis assessment, group counseling, and treatment planning. The facility houses a restrictive housing unit and special populations.

*RTC and TSCI are National Health Service Corps loan repayment sites.

DUTIES:

*Provide clinical consultation to mental health staff.

*May assist the Mental Health Director in the supervision of other non-licensed psychologist, students, and other mental health practitioners.

*Provide training to other healthcare and correctional staff as needed.

*Assist in the development, establishment, implementation and evaluation of psychological and other mental health services for various incarcerated populations as needed.

*Assist in developing policies and procedures as well as clinical programming.

*Administer psychological tests and interpret testing results.

*Perform comprehensive psychological evaluations directed towards the determination of diagnosis, risks and needs, with subsequent appropriate course of treatment.

*Assist in administering and interpret various risk assessments and provide treatment recommendations and/or develop treatment plans to address risk areas.

*Develop or supervise the development of behavioral plans for high risk or incarcerated individuals with special needs.

*Provide psychotherapy and treatment services.

*Provide psychological services to incarcerated individuals including observation, crisis intervention, and mental status evaluations.

*Participate in involuntary medication hearings.

*Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings as required.

*Participate/supervise the preparation of information for, and participate in, various clinical review teams as needed.

*Maintain and complete paperwork, reports and other documentation according to policy and as needed and required.

*Maintain current Nebraska licensure.

Job Description:

The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) is seeking a Behavioral Health Practitioner Supervisor to lead a clinical team at the Reception and Treatment Center (RTC) in Lincoln. This role is central to our mission to "Keep People Safe" by managing mental health services within a correctional environment. Core responsibilities include clinical leadership, program management, and operational excellence.

For more information about this position, call 402-471-2654. For Americans with Disabilities (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at megan.jones@nebraska.gov.

DUTIES

Provides individual and group psychotherapy and substance use treatment to male incarcerated individuals. Maintains timely and accurate clinical records, including progress notes, assessments, and treatment activity logs. Lead/participate in interdisciplinary team meetings to develop, review, and update comprehensive individual treatment plans.
Trains employees and subordinate staff on the core principles, policies, and practices of substance use counseling. Provides required weekly clinical supervision for Provisionally Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors (PLADCs) and monthly supervision for LADCs.
Establishes evaluation standards, conducts performance reviews, and provides regular counseling and conferring with staff.
Oversees the planning, organization, and coordination of substance use treatment operations, including setting goals and developing action plans.
Identifies and requests necessary staffing, materials, and equipment to maintain program efficiency.
Communicates treatment methods to concerned parties and solicits feedback to refine and improve treatment.
Utilizes evidence-based interventions and strategies tailored specifically to the assigned population.
Must hold and maintain active Nebraska licensure as an LADC, LMHP, or LIMHP.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Behavioral Heath Practitioner Supervisor I: Nebraska License as Alcohol and Drug Counselor.

Behavioral Heath Practitioner Supervisor II: State of Nebraska licenses as Mental Health Practitioner and Alcohol and Drug Counselor.

Legal Requirements:

Behavioral Heath Practitioner Supervisor I: Licensure requirements pursuant to Nebraska State Statutes 38-2122 and 38-316.

Behavioral Heath Practitioner Supervisor II: Licensure requirements pursuant to Nebraska State Statutes 38-2122, 38-2124 and 38-316.

Other: Proof of licensure and transcripts required upon acceptance of a job offer. Must submit a security background check. Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the pre-employment medical exam and a drug test. Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid Nebraska Department of Correctional Services Training Program.

If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/

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: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

Hiring Rate:

$35.989

Job Posting:

JR2025-00020109 Behavioral Health Practitioner - Substance Use (PLADC/LADC) - Lincoln, Tecumseh, and York (Evergreen) (Open)

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Job Description:

The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) health services team is actively seeking dedicated and compassionate professionals to join our Substance Use Division as Behavioral Health Practitioners. We invite individuals committed to supporting recovery and rehabilitation to apply and become a part of our transformative team!

Information about the Department can be found at: www.corrections.nebraska.gov. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at megan.jones@nebraska.gov.

• 13 paid holidays

• Vacation and sick leave (24 days your first year, accruing immediately)

• Military leave

• 156% state-matched retirement

• Tuition reimbursement

• Employee assistance program

• 79% employer paid health insurance plans

• Dental and vision insurance plans

• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligible through the Federal government

• Meaningful public service -- service with a purpose!

• Numerous training and development opportunities

License eligible individuals also encouraged to apply and will be considered at a lesser salary. Additional $3/hour facility differential for hours worked.

PLMHP or PLADC: $26.547

LMHP or LADC: $31.143

LMHP and PLADC: $33.478

LMHP and LADC or LIMHP: $35.989

DUTIES:

*Facilitate educational, individual, and/or group counseling sessions related to substance abuse.

*Plan, review, and revise inmate/parolee programs/treatment plans; complete parole progress reports/personalized plans, maintain written documentation, files, and reports.

*Serve on assigned committees; perform evaluations/personal history reviews; plan follow up treatment services.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Behavior Health Practitioner I: Provisional license to practice as a Mental Health Practitioner or Alcohol and Drug Counselor in Nebraska.

Behavior Health Practitioner II: Nebraska License as Mental Health Practitioner or Alcohol and Drug Counselor.

Behavior Health Practitioner III: Nebraska license as Mental Health Practitioner AND Nebraska Provisional License as Alcohol and Drug Counselor.

Behavior Health Practitioner IV: State of Nebraska licenses as Mental Health Practitioner and Alcohol and Drug Counselor OR Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner.

Legal Requirements: Licensure requirements pursuant to Nebraska State Statutes 38-2122, 38-2123, 38-314, and 38-316.

Licensed as a Mental Health Practitioner or possess another license that allows the incumbent to provide the above mental health services as required by NE. Rev. Statute 38-2122. Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Human Development, Psychology, Family Relations, Vocational Rehabilitation, Art Therapy, Divinity, Human Resources, Naturopathy, Mental Health or other field approved by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services in order to become a Licensed Mental Health Practitioner AND 3000 hours of post-degree supervised counseling experience.

Other: Proof of licensure and transcripts required prior to scheduled interview. Successful completion of background check. Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the following pre-employment exams in this order: medical exam, and at a randomly announced time, pass a drug test. Must successfully complete the fully paid NE Corrections Training Program.

Benefits

Equal 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.

Location:

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:

$35.989

Job Posting:

JR2025-00019800 Behavioral Health Practitioner - Mental Health - Reception and Treatment Center (Evergreen) (Open)

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

Job Description:

We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Behavioral Health Practitioner to join our team at the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS). In this vital role, you'll provide essential mental health counseling to an underserved, diverse population contributing directly to the safety and rehabilitation of individuals in our care. If you're a licensed or provisionally licensed professional with a passion for helping others navigate complex behavioral and emotional challenges, we encourage you to apply and help us fulfill our mission of promoting growth and excellence.

The Reception and Treatment Center (RTC) is a National Health Services Corp approved site.

Information about the Department can be found at: www.corrections.nebraska.gov. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at megan.jones@nebraska.gov.

• 13 paid holidays

• Vacation and sick leave (24 days your first year, accruing immediately)

• Military leave

• 156% state-matched retirement

• Tuition reimbursement

• Employee assistance program

• 79% employer paid health insurance plans

• Dental and vision insurance plans

• Employer-paid $20,000 life insurance policy

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) eligible through the Federal government

• Meaningful public service -- service with a purpose!

• Numerous training and development opportunities

License eligible individuals also encouraged to apply and will be considered at a lesser salary. Additional $3/hour facility differential for hours worked.

PLMHP: $26.547

LMHP: $31.143

LMHP/PLADC: $33.478

LMHP/LACD or LIMHP: $35.989

DUTIES:

Provide individual/group counseling and crisis intervention to inmates.
Complete written documentation for assigned inmates in a timely manner.
Consult with appropriate staff regarding inmate mental status and treatment progression. Participate in multi-disciplinary treatment team meetings.
Screen and refer inmates to appropriate review teams.
Assess risk for suicidal individuals.
Participate in the initial screening and orientation of new inmates.
When on-call for Mental Health, provide consultation and services to inmates outside of regular hours.
Other duties consistent with the role as assigned by the facility BHP supervisor(s).

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Behavioral Health Practitioner I: Provisional license to practice as a mental health practitioner in Nebraska

Behavioral Health Practitioner II: Nebraska License as Mental Health Practitioner.

Behavioral Health Practitioner III: Nebraska license as Mental Health Practitioner or Nebraska license as Alcohol and Drug Counselor AND Nebraska Provisional License as Mental Health Practitioner or Nebraska Provisional License as Alcohol and Drug Counselor.

Behavioral Health Practitioner IV : State of Nebraska licenses as Mental Health Practitioner and Alcohol and Drug Counselor

Legal Requirements: Licensure requirements for all levels pursuant to Nebraska State Statutes 38-2122, 38-2124, and 38-316. Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, Human Development, Psychology, Family Relations, Vocational Rehabilitation, Art Therapy, Divinity, Human Resources, Naturopathy, Mental Health or other field approved by the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services in order to become a Licensed Mental Health Practitioner AND 3000 hours of post-degree supervised counseling experience.

Benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

Hiring Rate:

$59.099

Job Posting:

JR2026-00022539 Nurse Practitioner - Reception and Treatment Center (Open)

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Job Description:

Information about the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) can be found at: www.corrections.nebraska.gov. For more information about this position, call 402-471-2654. For Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at megan.jones@nebraska.gov.

Duties may include:

Assesses the health status of patients/clients through comprehensive physical examination and diagnostic procedures to provide for the primary care of patients/clients.

Applies advanced nursing principles to effectively diagnose and treat patients/clients.

Prescribes medications and orders therapeutic treatments related to medical conditions within the scope of practice to provide appropriate patients/client care.

Formulates, implements, and monitors health management plans and refers patients/clients as medication conditions require for the management of health problems.

Provides education and counseling for patients/clients and families on health promotion, health maintenance, and health restoration for the management of health conditions.

Initiates appropriate interventions in emergency situations until a Physician is available to administer treatment.

Requirements/Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Successful completion of an accredited program for Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner. Incumbents must have a current, valid license as a Registered Nurse and be certified as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Nebraska.

Other: Reliable attendance is required. Applicant accepting a job offer must pass the following exams in this order: 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.

If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/

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