DHHS Human Services Treatment Specialist Supervisor

Human Services Treatment Specialist Supervisor Location: Lincoln, NE • Salary: $24.524/hour plus $3 Facility Differential • Schedule: Monday – Friday 8am – 4:30pm Overview The Lincoln Regional Center is hiring a Human Services Treatment Specialist Supervisor to oversee treatment planning, supervision of staff, and regulatory compliance within our interdisciplinary team. The role ensures that clients receive individualized habilitative and treatment services in a therapeutic environment. Responsibilities Provide administrative oversight for operations related to Treatment Plan Reviews, Special Treatment Plan Review meetings, Morning Report, daily safety statuses, and coordination of communication between direct care, nursing, and clinical staff to ensure compliance with CMS certification standards, The Joint Commission accreditation requirements, and Public Health licensing regulations. Supervise Human Services Treatment Specialists (HSTS) and Program Office Specialists, managing staffing, workflow coordination, and operational support for 6–8 FTE positions. Manage and coordinate treatment planning meetings for up to 246 court‑ordered patients participating in multiple treatment programs. Coordinate and assign treatment programming based on multidisciplinary treatment team recommendations, psychiatric evaluations, and clinical assessments. Oversee communication and coordination between clinical staff and the HSTS team for discharge planning to ensure completion of required documentation, treatment plans, discharge summaries, and clinical notes. Audit treatment planning processes to ensure timely completion of required treatment activities, compliance with treatment standards, and delivery of appropriate patient interventions. Provide training and guidance to staff and multidisciplinary teams regarding treatment planning processes, documentation standards, and regulatory compliance requirements. Coordinate treatment audits, monitor patient ward activities, oversee entry and tracking of planned discharge dates, and conduct quality improvement audits across four buildings. Utilize multiple communication methods to coordinate and communicate patient legal statuses, safety statuses, restrictions, treatment updates, and changes in patient care. Maintain operational oversight of treatment planning activities to support patient care coordination, regulatory compliance, and quality improvement initiatives. Assist in developing and maintaining procedures related to treatment planning operations, documentation standards, and departmental workflow processes. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a human services field such as psychology, sociology, special education, counseling, human development, education, or speech communication. Experience working with, and applying treatment and habilitation programs for persons with intellectual or developmental disabilities and/or mental illness. Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for the educational requirement on a year‑for‑year basis. Preferred Qualifications Experience working with individuals with mental illness, intellectual disabilities, or developmental disabilities, including developing or implementing treatment plans, behavior support plans, or individualized service plans. Experience utilizing electronic health records, databases, Microsoft Office applications, and other computer‑based systems to maintain documentation, track progress, and support treatment planning. Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment, including interpreting and applying policies and procedures, training or coaching others, and using strong leadership, organizational, and problem‑solving skills. Knowledge of psychiatric and behavioral health treatment planning, interdisciplinary coordination, and documentation standards, including CMS certification requirements, The Joint Commission standards, Public Health licensing requirements and HIPAA standards. Ability to supervise, assign, and evaluate staff work; coordinate multidisciplinary treatment planning; and support the development, implementation, and modification of active treatment plans. Ability to interpret and apply policies, procedures, and regulations; resolve conflicts; conduct problem‑solving and investigations; and advocate for individuals served. Conduct audits, quality improvement reviews, and compliance monitoring activities. Manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and operational responsibilities in a fast‑paced environment. Facilitate meetings, coordinate treatment reviews, and lead collaborative team discussions. Analyze documentation, identify compliance deficiencies, and implement corrective actions or process improvements. Skilled in communication, active listening, and critical thinking; managing priorities; monitoring program performance; and using computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases for documentation and reporting. Benefits 156% state‑matched retirement contribution 13 paid holidays Generous leave benefits Tuition reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) 79% employer‑paid health insurance Dental and vision coverage Employer‑paid $20,000 life insurance Career growth opportunities 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. We are seeking talented individuals to join our team in careers that make a difference in the lives of Nebraskans. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Nebraska