Jobs at DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITY CENTER OF NEBRASKA (Now Hiring) — 10 open

Job DetailsJob Location: Residential Behavior Management Center of Nebraska - Omaha, NE 68114RBMCN is dedicated to a therapeutic, rehabilitative, and holistic approach to their care, and is in need of Behavior Technicians to work with the population . We provide individualized treatment to high acuity youth, using an Applied Behavioral Analysis approach. These positions will, under general supervision, provide continuous intensive behavioral modification, trauma-focused interventions, residential care, custody, and supervision of children and Adult . Candidates for this position should have a passion for working with youth and Adult needing a high level of support and stability.

Job Duties

Direct care for youth with high acuity using trauma-focused interventions.
De-escalation of verbal and physical aggression with inclusion of behavioral modification strategies.
Continuous and intensive interventions to encourage skill building of life and communication skills.
Direct implementation of continuous and intensive treatment plans and therapeutic activities using positive reinforcement strategies.
Monitor and document daily behavior and progress of the youth.
Partner with medical providers, including the Behavior Support Specialists, to ensure constant follow through of specific programming, behavioral modification strategies, and treatment plans.
QualificationsMinimum Qualifications: Must be at least 21 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent education. Bachelor’s degree in behavioral sciences, human services, criminal justice, or related field. OR Experience in child or youth care, teaching, foster care, community work related to children and Adult, behavioral health systems, patient care, nursing, delinquency prevention, juvenile court systems, or other areas involving contact or interaction with youth or families, may substitute for the educational requirement on a year for year basis.
Completion of 40 hours of Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) training; Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) competency assessment and exam administered by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board must be completed within 120 days of hire. RBT renewal competency assessment and application are required on an annual basis. A valid driver’s license and ability to become an authorized vehicle driver for the State of Nebraska is also required.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in any of the fields mentioned above. Previous experiencing working with youth aged 14 and above .
Other: This position requires proficiency in English, including the ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend the language effectively. This position requires the candidate be able to obtain their medication aide license.

Knowledge: of behavioral prevention and intervention techniques; adolescent growth and development; individual counseling theory and practice; recreational theory and practice; first aid; basic sanitation and personal hygiene; basic counseling and crisis intervention techniques; behavioral prevention and intervention techniques.

Skill: in organizing and prioritizing one's own work; communicating to relay information to staff, management, industry professionals and family members/guardians; communicating with youth in a way that reinforces feelings of self-worth; listening to and understanding information received; providing learning experiences to enhance insight and growth of youth; being aware of others' actions and reactions; persuading others to change their minds or behaviors; bringing others together to reconcile differences.

Ability: to learn and apply facility policies, rules and regulations; learn and understand social and legal issues in child welfare; learn and apply security measures; intervene in crisis situations while maintaining the safety of youth and staff; develop and maintain purposeful relationships with youth; plan, organize and participate in a variety of recreational or vocational activities; observe, assess and document adolescent behavior; work in a team setting to implement residential programs and develop and implement individual growth plans.