Mental Health Specialist Norfolk Regional Center

Job Details The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Health & Human Services - Agency 25 Location: Norfolk, NE Hiring Rate: $28.140 Job Posting: JR2026-00028993 Mental Health Specialist Norfolk Regional Center (Evergreen) (Open) Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed): 09-14-2026 About Norfolk Regional Center The Norfolk Regional Center (NRC) was created by an act of the Nebraska Legislature in 1885. NRC currently serves two distinct populations of adult males who are committed by a Mental Health Board for inpatient psychiatric treatment. In 2006, NRC began providing treatment to individuals who have sexually offended. The Nebraska Sex Offender (SO) Treatment Program improves public safety by reducing the risk of re‑offense, while also improving the quality of patients' lives. In 2018, NRC opened the Medical Support Program and began providing high quality nursing and medical treatment for men with significant physical conditions and a variety of psychiatric, cognitive, and aging issues. The program provides activities designed to maintain optimal functioning while at the same time meeting the specific psychiatric care and safety needs of each patient. Make a Difference in a Structured, Secure Care Environment The Norfolk Regional Center is seeking dependable, motivated individuals to join our team as Mental Health Specialists (MHS). In this role, you will provide hands‑on care, supervision, and daily support to patients in a secure facility. This is a direct care position-not a licensed clinical or therapy role. MHS staff are essential to maintaining safety, supporting daily routines, and contributing to a structured therapeutic environment. Additionally, a valid driver's license is required for this position Wage & Shifts Wage: $28.140 plus applicable shift differential Shifts at NRC - All shifts will be a combination of 8- and 12‑hour shifts 8 Hour Shifts: 1st Shift (6:45am - 3:15pm), 2nd Shift (2:45pm - 11:15pm), and 3rd Shift (11:00pm-7:00am). 12 Hour Shifts: 7am-7pm, 11am-11pm, 7pm-7 am On‑Call Requirements 32 hours (minimum) per month, 16 hours have to be weekend hours (2:45pm Fridays - 7:00am Mondays) Training Hours Week 1: Mon 8am - 5pm - Tues‑Fri 6:45 - 3:15 Weeks 2 & 3: Monday-Friday: 6:45 AM-3:15 PM Weeks 4 & 5: Mentor Program Hours will vary to accommodate the mentor's schedule. Week 6: Make‑up time for any missed training hours. Job Duties Monitors the safety and security of patients within assigned unit. Assists with security procedures such as patient searches, room searches, and safety checks of the environment. Interacts with patients in care to instruct, orient and assist patients with program goals; report and/or document care delivery and observations. Monitors and provides assistance with activities of daily living including feeding, bathing, dressing, toileting and other personal hygiene activities. Maintains safe and sanitary environment by performing laundry, housekeeping, and infections control standards. Recognizes emergency or crisis situations and intervenes as necessary utilizing appropriate behavioral interventional programs, verbal de‑escalation techniques, and/or provide physical intervention that includes restraining patients. React in a calm, professional manner to support patients. Maintains a positive attitude with patients served and staff. Administer medication or first aid treatment, including lifesaving procedures. Lifts and repositions patients. Escorts and transports patients to appointments and activities inside or outside the facility. Objectively documents information related to patient care and activities. Uses computer programs to document and record patient data. Attends required in‑service education and staff meetings related to continued employment and skill development. Participate in team meetings and activities. Requirements / Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Be at least 19 years of age to work with adult client populations; be at least 21 years of age to work with adolescent client populations. Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent education. Preferred Qualifications One year or more of combined experience or education in human services, behavioral health, healthcare, corrections, direct support, or customer service in a healthcare, human services, or other care-focused setting. Experience working with individuals who may have behavioral, mental health, medical, or other support needs #J-18808-Ljbffr