Youth Program Specialist II - YRTC-Hastings
Job Description
Maintains professional boundaries to provide a therapeutic environment for youth during interactions.
Instructs, orientes, and assists toward individual and program goals.
Administers medication, CPR, first aid; takes and records vital signs as needed;
Responsible for cleaning Med Room and stocking supplies.
Documents nightly and all significant incidents per policy.
Regularly inspects the unit for maintenance problems;
Responsible for numerous housekeeping duties and numerous office duties.
Stocks units, linen rooms and supply rooms, and oversees the delivery of dirty laundry to be picked up;
Responsible for laundering and securing of State clothes.
Requirements / Qualifications
- Must be at least 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent education.
- Preferred Qualifications: 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.
- Other: Valid driver's license
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!
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.