Behavior Technician- YRTC Lincoln

1 week ago


Lincoln, United States State of Nebraska Full time

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Hiring Agency:

Health & Human Services - Agency 25

Location:

Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate:

$28.640

Job Posting:

JR2024-00012329 Behavior Technician- YRTC Lincoln (Open)

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

01-08-2025

Job Description:

You have the passion, we have the opportunities - let's make a difference for Nebraskans

Seeking motivated, forward thinking candidates who want to make a difference in the lives of youth at Lincoln Youth Facility.

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 at Lincoln Youth Facility. We provide individualized treatment to high acuity youth, using a Applied Behavioral Analysis model. 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.

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 residents.


* Partner with medical providers, including the Board Certified Behavior Analyst, to ensure constant follow through of specific programming, behavioral modification strategies, and treatment plan.



Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Must be at least 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent education. Related coursework/training experience in: behavioral sciences, counseling and guidance, rehabilitation/treatment services, education, nursing/patient care, delinquency prevention, criminal justice, or related area. Completion of: 40 hours of Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) training; complete a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) competency assessment exam which must be completed within 120 days of hire. A valid driver's license and ability to become an authorized vehicle driver for the State of Nebraska is also required.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in any of the fields mentioned above.

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 one's 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.

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

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.

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