Behavioral Health Practitioner Supervisor - Mental Health - Tecumseh State Correctional Institution

Behavioral Health Practitioner Supervisor - Mental Health - Tecumseh State Correctional Institution (Open)

The Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) is seeking a Behavioral Health Practitioner Supervisor to lead a clinical team at the Tecumseh State Correctional Institution (TSCI) in Tecumseh. This role is central to our mission to "Keep People Safe" by managing mental health services within a correctional environment. Core responsibilities include clinical leadership, program management, and operational excellence. TSCI is an approved National Health Services Corp site.

Duties:

• Plan, organize, and direct mental health and substance use programs, including the development of strategic goals and action steps.
• Supervise Behavioral Health Caseworkers.
• Monitor program operations, evaluate deficiencies, and ensure all clinical documentation meets regulatory standards.
• Identify and request necessary staffing, equipment, and material resources for the department.
• Provide administrative and clinical supervision for licensed and provisionally licensed practitioners (LMHP/PLMHP and LADC/PLADC).
• Develop evaluation standards, conduct performance reviews, and provide staff counseling and mentorship.
• Educate subordinate staff and NDCS employees on clinical principles, facility policies, and therapeutic procedures.
• Deliver psychotherapy and counseling services to both individuals and groups.
• Complete timely assessments, progress notes, and treatment records for assigned incarcerated individuals.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Behavioral Health Practitioner Supervisor I: Nebraska License as Mental Health Practitioner.

Behavioral Health Practitioner Supervisor II: State of Nebraska licenses as Mental Health Practitioner and Alcohol and Drug Counselor.

Legal Requirements:

BHPS I: Licensure requirements pursuant to Nebraska State Statutes 38-2122 and 38-316.

BHPS II: Licensure requirements pursuant to Nebraska State Statutes 38-2122, 38-2124 and 38-316.

Preferred Qualifications: Supervisory experience. Possesses a Licensed Independent Mental Health Practitioner (LIMHP). Experience working with criminal offenders and Serious Mental Illness (SMI). Bilingual skills in Spanish/English desired and assessed.

Other: Proof of licensure and transcripts required upon acceptance of a job offer. Must submit a security background check. Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the pre-employment medical exam and a drug test. Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid Nebraska Department of Correctional Services Training Program.

Benefits

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