Behavioral Health Practitioner - Mental Health - Nebraska Correctional Center For Women

Nebraska Department of Correctional Services

York, NE, US
$35.989; not specified; 79% employer pyid health i...
Individual and group counseling
Crisis intervention
Mental status consultation
Provide essential mental health counseling to an underserved, diverse population contributing directly to the safety and rehabilitation of individuals in our care at the Nebraska Correctional Center for Women (NCCW)

Job Summary

  • Provide essential mental health counseling to an underserved, diverse population contributing directly to the safety and rehabilitation of individuals in our care at the Nebraska Correctional Center for Women (NCCW).
  • 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.
  • The State of Nebraska values our teammates as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote diversity, inclusion, and belonging.

Matching Summary

Provide essential mental health counseling to an underserved, diverse population contributing directly to the safety and rehabilitation of individuals in our care at the Nebraska Correctional Center for Women (NCCW).

Salary

$35.989; Not specified; 79% employer paid health insurance plans

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Individual and group counseling
  • Crisis intervention
  • Mental status consultation
  • Suicidal risk assessment
  • New inmate screening

Nice-to-have

  • Compassionate and dedicated professional
  • Promoting growth and excellence
  • Meaningful public service

Key Requirements

  • Provisional license as mental health practitioner
  • Nebraska License as Mental Health Practitioner
  • Nebraska license as Alcohol and Drug Counselor
  • Master's Degree in approved field
  • 3000 hours post-degree supervised experience
  • Proof of licensure and transcripts required
  • Successful completion of background check
  • Pass pre-employment medical exam and drug test
  • Complete paid NE Corrections Training Program

Work Rights

Not specified

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