Mental Health Specialist (Lincoln Regional Center)

Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services; Lincoln (NE); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking compassionate Mental Health Specialists to join their team at Lincoln Regional Center. In this rewarding role, you will directly impact the lives of individuals in need, ensuring their safety and providing a therapeutic environment. With flexible shifts available, you will work in a supportive atmosphere that values personal and professional growth. If you're passionate about making a difference in mental health care, this is the perfect opportunity for you to thrive and contribute to the well-being of the community.

Benefits

Paid Time Off

Retirement Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Paid Training

Qualifications

• Must be at least 19 years old to work with adult clients.
• One year of experience in human services or customer service preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and support to adult patients at Lincoln Regional Center.
• Ensure safety and encourage participation in treatment.

Skills

Effective Communication

Leadership

Listening Skills

Decision Making

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

State Vehicle

Job description

Mental Health Specialist (Lincoln Regional Center)

Apply remote type Office locations Lincoln, NE time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id JR2025-00014025

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Hiring Agency: Health & Human Services - Agency 25

Location: Lincoln, NE

Hiring Rate: $26.520

Job Posting: JR2025-00014025 Mental Health Specialist (Lincoln Regional Center) (Evergreen) (Open)

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Job Description:

Are you looking for a rewarding career? A career that challenges you? Then fill out this application right now! Lincoln Regional Center is seeking compassionate and dedicated Mental Health Specialists to join our team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of Nebraskans every day.

We recognize that our teammates bring tremendous value to the State of Nebraska and that their vital work helps fulfill our mission. We support our staff by offering fantastic benefits, training and development opportunities for personal and professional growth, and a positive, team-oriented atmosphere. As a Mental Health Specialist you will play a vital role in the care of patients at Lincoln Regional Center to include:

• Working directly with the adult patient population
• Ensuring the safety of the individuals served
• Providing a safe and therapeutic living environment
• Encouraging participation in treatment
• Modeling appropriate interactions
• Documentation of efforts and/or areas of concern
• May be required to transport patients using a state car

Work Schedule: Full-time positions available: 1st Shift (6:45am-3:15pm), 2nd Shift (2:45pm - 11:15pm), and 3rd Shift (11:00pm-7:00am).

Full-time schedules include every other weekend off.

On-Call: requires working 32 hours (minimum) per month, 16 hours have to be weekend hours (2:45pm Fridays - 7:00am Mondays), and you must work 1 major holiday per year.

3 sets of scrubs will be furnished by LRC to all Mental Health Specialists.

Pay Rate: Starting pay rate $26.520/hour plus additional shift differential pay for 2nd shift and 3rd shift.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: Must be at least 19 years of age to work with adult client populations.

Preferred Qualifications: High School Diploma. One year or more combined experience or education in human services, customer service, or military service.

Other: Must have a valid driver's license.

Knowledge of: security measures required in the care of criminal and dangerously insane patients; techniques of caring for physically and/or mentally ill patients; human behavior and performance; principles and methods for instructing individuals and groups.

Skill in: listening and understanding; communicating effectively as appropriate for the intended audience; teaching others how to do something.

Ability to: give leadership to lesser-experienced workers; interpret and follow all facility/ward instructions; prepare reports; carry out nursing procedures as prescribed; make decisions and act quickly in situations involving patient care or safety; communicate with co-workers, management and patients; lift, push, pull or bend to assist clients in meeting their needs and maintaining safety within the facility/ward.

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.

Current employees of the State of Nebraska should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page.

Instructions for Applying

Important points to remember when applying:

• The employment application is required and is the primary source of information used to determine if you meet the minimum requirements of the job.
• Make sure your application is complete. Incomplete applications are rejected.
• You will not be allowed to change your application after you have applied for a position and you cannot re-apply for the same position unless it is posted again.
• You have the opportunity to attach a resume; however, it should not be used to replace any information asked for on the official application.
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Applicants who need accommodation in the selection process should request this in advance. Requests can be made by contacting the Nebraska State Personnel Office 1526 K Street, Suite 100, Lincoln, NE. [phone].

These positions are subject to application of Veterans' Preference.