Activity Specialist-LRC Building 14
State of Nebraska

Lincoln, Nebraska

Posted in Public Sector and Government


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Job Info


Description
The State of Nebraska, Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a full-time Activity Specialist for the Division of Behavioral Health at Lincoln Regional Center.

What we can offer you:

  • Stable Employment Opportunity
  • Career Development and Learning
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • 156% match of first 4.8% contribution to Retirement Plan
  • 13 Paid Holidays
  • Generous Leave Accruals and benefits
  • Opportunity to be part of a caring organization
  • Opportunity to make a difference
  • Respect as a valued team member
DHHS State of Nebraska values our employees as well as a supportive environment that strives to promote Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging.

We recruit, hire, train, and promote in all job qualifications and at all levels without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or genetics.

For more information about the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services and the Division of Behavioral Health, please visit our website, http://dhhs.ne.gov.

Hiring rate of position: $17.047 + $3.00 an hour facility differential

Location: 801 W Prospector Pl, Lincoln, NE 68522

Schedule: Day Shift, Tuesday-Saturday (Sunday/Monday Off). Some evening hours possible.
Examples of Work
Individual in this position under general supervision, plans ,organizes and facilitates recreation and leisure activities for patients with severe and persistent mental illnesses that are court ordered or under mental health board commitment. Duties include attending clinical meetings, documenting patient progress, obtaining equipment/supplies for patient recreational needs, planning special events and holiday activities, committee work and escorting patients to on/off grounds activities. These interventions assist the facility in demonstrating compliance to JACHO standards of active treatment. Performs related work as required for the Lincoln Regional Center.
Qualifications / Requirements
REQUIREMENTS: Post high school coursework with an emphasis in recreation management, music, recreation therapy, occupational therapy, vocational rehabilitation or related field or experience in planning, coordinating, or directing activity or therapy services. Valid Driver's License is required for the position.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Organizational Skills, Good Verbal and written skills. Ability to work well with others in a treatment team setting.

Develop and conduct a variety of goal-directed treatment interventions that address patients problem areas. Ability to establish rapport with patients while maintaining professional boundaries.

Ability to do physical activities as well as group activities. Be able to work independently with little supervision


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