Youth Mental Health Practitioner (LMHP) - Lincoln

Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off

Retirement opportunities

Professional development

Job summary

The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services is hiring Licensed Mental Health Practitioners for YRTC-Lincoln. You will assess and treat the mental health needs of youth in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, providing therapy, and responding to crises. Candidates must have appropriate licenses, and the role offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to diversity.

Qualifications

• State of Nebraska licenses as Mental Health Practitioner and Alcohol and Drug Counselor required.
• Provisional license acceptable for entry-level positions.
• Experience with youth mental health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess mental health needs and provide interventions.
• Develop treatment plans and provide therapy.
• Respond to crisis situations and document responses.

Skills

Mental Health Treatment

Crisis Response

Group Therapy

Treatment Planning

Education

Nebraska License as Mental Health Practitioner

Nebraska Provisional License as Mental Health Practitioner

State of Nebraska License as Alcohol and Drug Counselor

Job description

The Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services is hiring Licensed Mental Health Practitioners for YRTC-Lincoln. You will assess and treat the mental health needs of youth in a supportive environment.

Responsibilities include developing treatment plans, providing therapy, and responding to crises. Candidates must have appropriate licenses, and the role offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a commitment to diversity.