Mental Health Specialist - Response Team - NRC

Mental Health Specialist – Response Team – NRC The Norfolk Regional Center is Phase I of the Nebraska Sex Offender Treatment Program. The Sex Offender Treatment Program is for patients who have completed their criminal sentence but have been deemed at high risk to sexually re‑offend if outside an inpatient treatment facility. Responsibilities Provide additional security and safety to the environment. Serve as an emergency responder in emergencies and alarms. Monitor the safety and security of assigned areas. Monitor the Master Control Center. Monitor the environment for compliance with safety and security policies/procedures. Support Nursing Services in achieving crisis resolution. Respond quickly and effectively to emergencies or crises, intervening in verbal disputes and providing physical intervention that includes restraining individuals using the hospital‑approved crisis intervention model. Adhere to rules and regulations governing the conduct of aggressive situations and patient status. Complete patient and building searches. Escort individuals to appointments and activities inside or outside the facility. Prepare summary documentation concerning patient behavior, shift activity, and action taken. Qualifications At least 19 years of age for adult client populations; at least 21 years of age for adolescent client populations. High school diploma or equivalent education. Preferred: One or more years of education or experience in human services or military services, direct or indirect work with others, experience with behavioral interventional programs, crisis intervention and de‑escalation, and working with a diverse population. Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement, and professional development opportunities. Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency, and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Nebraska