Youth Program Specialist
State of Nebraska

Job Info

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The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:
Health & Human Services - Agency 25

Location:
Kearney Job Posting

Hiring Rate:
$25.75

Classification Salary Range:
$25.75 - $31.93

Job Posting:
JR2023-00001167 Youth Program Specialist (Evergreen) (Open)

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Job Description:
Cultivating Change, Fostering Knowledge, Transforming Futures; more than words at the Youth Rehabilitation and Treatment Center in Kearney where Youth Program Specialists are actively involved in helping youth believe in themselves and the possibilities their futures hold. Join a team that encourages youth to "Believe in Your Strengths" at the YRTC in Kearney.

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

The Department of Health and Human Services Youth Program Specialist provides life skill training, recreational activities, and safety and treatment services to high acuity youth at the Youth Rehabilitation and Treatment Center in Kearney.

Duties Include:
•Supervise youth in daily activities
•Document behavior
•Respond to crisis situations
•Serve as a role model to the youth.
•May be required to transport youth.
•Work requires physical stamina/strength, standing, walking, occasional lifting and the ability to physically intervene if needed.

We recognize our employees bring tremendous value to the State of Nebraska and 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. See more details about our benefits here: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits

REQUIREMENTS: Must be at least 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver's license.

PREFERRED: Coursework/training in; social work, criminal justice, counseling and guidance, human development and the family, psychology, mental health care, education, social/behavioral sciences, human services or related area; OR Experience in: child or youth care, teaching, foster care delinquency prevention, juvenile court systems, community work related to children and youth, behavioral health systems, patient care, nursing or other areas involving contact or interaction with youth or families. Experience working with youth/adolescents strongly preferred.

Hiring rate of position is $ 25.75/hour plus shift differential for qualifying shifts. Second and Third shifts available.

The Department of Health and Human Services uses behavioral based questions when conducting interviews. Please review the attached documentto learn more about the STAR Method, and how you can best prepare if you are selected for an interview!

For more information about the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services and the Division of Children and Family Services, please visit our website, http://dhhs.ne.gov/careers


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! For more information on benefits currently offered to permanent teammates, 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.

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