Behavior Technician - YRTC-L

Overview

The work we do matters! Hiring Agency:
Health & Human Services - Agency 25
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Location:

Lincoln, NE
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Hiring Rate: $29,500
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Job Posting:
JR – Behavior Technician – YRTC-L (Evergreen) (Open).

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 YRTC-Lincoln.
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 YRTC-Lincoln. We provide individualized treatment to high acuity youth, using an Applied Behavioral Analysis approach. 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.

Candidates for this position should have a passion for working with youth needing a high level of support and stability.

• 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 the youth.
• Partner with medical providers, including the Behavior Support Specialists, to ensure constant follow through of specific programming, behavioral modification strategies, and treatment plans.

• Must be at least 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
• 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.
• Completion of a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) competency assessment exam within 120 days of hire.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to become an authorized vehicle driver for the State of Nebraska.

Bachelor's degree in any of the fields mentioned above. Previous experience working with youth aged 14-19.

This position requires proficiency in English, including the ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend the language effectively. This position requires the candidate be able to obtain their medication aide license.

We are hiring for 2nd shift; 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM. This qualifies for a shift differential of $1- $1.50!

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

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