Social Worker II-Norfolk Regional Center

Social Worker II-Norfolk Regional Center

Norfolk Regional Center – Norfolk, Nebraska Starting Pay Range: $24.397-$35.964/per hour, Plus an additional $3.00/hour facility differential pay for hours worked. The pay rate may be commensurate with education and/or experience within fiscal constraints if approved.

The Norfolk Regional Center is a psychiatric hospital that provides inpatient mental health and sex offender treatment for individuals. We aim to give hope and possibilities for a future without more offenses. Our vibrant culture is where teammates are valued as individuals while providing opportunities for career growth and continued education and training. We encourage our teammates to work for a more significant cause, to prepare patients for community reintegration while maintaining public safety.

We hire Human Service professionals who share our pride in the work and services provided at the Norfolk Regional Center and are excited to make a difference in the lives of fellow Nebraskans. We are looking for someone to be part of our team as a Social Worker II. In this role, you will be an integral part of our team working with adult patients with mental illness, including those that have sexually offended at the Norfolk Regional Center.

Hours:

Monday-Friday 8:00AM-5:00 PM.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Social Work with certification in Social Work and one year experience in the field of employment, OR a Bachelor of Arts degree in a related field with certification in social work by grandfathering and two years of experience in a residential setting, public welfare, or community service work.

Other:
Certification as a Social Worker by the Nebraska Department of Health is required.

Knowledge of:
Case management and group therapy theories and techniques. State and federal laws governing social and health services. Human behavior and the theories/methods of psychosocial assessment and intervention. Advocacy theory and therapeutic intervention techniques.

Ability to:
Assess client needs and implement effective interventions and treatment plans. Respond compassionately to clients in crisis. Serve as a professional role model and maintain confidentiality in client relationships. Communicate effectively in both written and oral forms. Organize and prioritize workloads to meet responsibilities in a timely manner.

Skills in:
Crisis intervention and problem-solving. Supporting clients through sensitive, emotional issues in a non-judgmental and supportive manner.

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.

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.