What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Mental Health Practitioner-Whitehall position at Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services?
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Hiring Agency
Health & Human Services - Agency 25
Location:
Lincoln, NE
Hiring Rate
$35.989
Job Posting
JR2026-00024670 Licensed Mental Health Practitioner-Whitehall (Evergreen) (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
Job Description
The Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) contributes to the lives and health of Nebraskans every day. Our mission, “Helping people live better lives," provides the motivation to make a difference and that starts right here. Every individual within DHHS makes an impact; we want to elevate, engage, and empower those that choose to spend their energy making the world a little brighter.
We recognize that our teammates bring tremendous value to the State of Nebraska and that their vital work helps fulfill our mission. We support our staff by offering fantastic benefits, training and development opportunities for personal and professional growth, and a positive, team-oriented atmosphere.
We are looking for a Licensed Mental Health Practitioner to work at The Lincoln Regional Center - Whitehall Campus. In this role you will be an integral part of our Behavioral Health Division and provide critical care to youth at Lincoln Regional Center - Whitehall.
You have the passion; we have the opportunities – let’s make a difference for Nebraskans
For Questions Or Additional Information, Please Contact
Anny Friedrichsen
Talent Acquisition Partner for DHHS
📧 anny.c.friedrichsen@nebraska.gov
📞 402-853-4914
Job Duties
As a Licensed Mental Health Practitioner, you will:
Minimum Qualifications:
Behavioral Health Practitioner IV: State of Nebraska licenses as Mental Health Practitioner and Alcohol and Drug Counselor.
Behavioral Health Practitioner III: Nebraska license as Mental Health Practitioner or Nebraska license as Alcohol and Drug Counselor AND Nebraska Provisional License as Mental Health Practitioner or Nebraska Provisional License as Alcohol and Drug Counselor.
Behavioral Health Practitioner II: Nebraska License as Mental Health Practitioner.
Behavioral Health Practitioner I: Provisional license to practice as a mental health practitioner in Nebraska.
Legal Requirements
BHP IV- Licensure requirements pursuant to Nebraska State Statutes 38-2122 and 38-316
BHP III- Licensure requirements pursuant to Nebraska State Statutes 38-2122, 38-2123, 38-314, and 38-316.
BHP II- Licensure requirements pursuant to Nebraska State Statutes 38-2122 and 38-316.
BHP I- Licensure requirements pursuant to Nebraska State Statutes 38-2123 and 38-314.
Preferred Qualifications: Candidates who are fully licensed as a LMHP are preferred but those with a provisional license will be considered.
Other: Valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation.
We will consider candidates eligible for the license within three months of application. Candidates must obtain a license before the start date.
Pay commensurate with licensure.
Hours: Monday-Friday 8AM-4:30 PM
Additional $3.00/hour facility differential for hours worked.
Knowledge of: DSM-5, patterns and processes of normal growth and development; mental and emotional disorders; behavior management and modification; applied behavior analysis; signs and symptoms of alcohol and drug abuse, dependence or disorders; psycho educational training; individual, group, and family therapy techniques; system theories and bio-psychosocial intervention theories; social and cultural factors as related to mental health and substance abuse; physical and mental problems of clients with alcohol and drug abuse, dependence or disorders; program specific treatment issues; methods and resources available for educating clients in chemical dependency; applicable agency policies and organizations; program specific philosophies, policies, and procedures.
Skill in: individual and group counseling; communicating effectively; screening, assessment, and diagnosis; managing conflict; diffusing anger and maintaining a controlled environment.
Ability to: demonstrate the application of therapy methods and techniques; communicate in person, by telephone as a group facilitator, and in written formats with persons served, other staff, families, and other agencies; monitor patient progress and recommend new strategies; prepare written reports; document findings and treatment; conceptualize, integrate and express interdisciplinary input; explain the significance of behavior patterns and signs to patients and other team members.
If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
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.
Hiring Agency
Health & Human Services - Agency 25
Location:
Lincoln, NE
Hiring Rate
$35.989
Job Posting
JR2026-00024670 Licensed Mental Health Practitioner-Whitehall (Evergreen) (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
Job Description
The Nebraska Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS) contributes to the lives and health of Nebraskans every day. Our mission, “Helping people live better lives," provides the motivation to make a difference and that starts right here. Every individual within DHHS makes an impact; we want to elevate, engage, and empower those that choose to spend their energy making the world a little brighter.
We recognize that our teammates bring tremendous value to the State of Nebraska and that their vital work helps fulfill our mission. We support our staff by offering fantastic benefits, training and development opportunities for personal and professional growth, and a positive, team-oriented atmosphere.
We are looking for a Licensed Mental Health Practitioner to work at The Lincoln Regional Center - Whitehall Campus. In this role you will be an integral part of our Behavioral Health Division and provide critical care to youth at Lincoln Regional Center - Whitehall.
You have the passion; we have the opportunities – let’s make a difference for Nebraskans
For Questions Or Additional Information, Please Contact
Anny Friedrichsen
Talent Acquisition Partner for DHHS
📧 anny.c.friedrichsen@nebraska.gov
📞 402-853-4914
Job Duties
As a Licensed Mental Health Practitioner, you will:
- Provide individual and or group therapy according to the individual treatment plan.
- Share clinical observations with the treatment team.
- Compile patient individual and group progress notes, documenting according to LRC Standards and DHHS/LRC policies and procedures.
- Prepare for interdisciplinary treatment planning, actively participate in treatment planning and contribute therapist perspective and recommendations.
- Participate in team and or clinical meetings to address program concerns and needs.
- Participate in performance improvement.
- Attend and participates in program planning committees, in-service training and monthly LMHP department meetings.
- Present and participate in peer reviews to demonstrate competency.
Minimum Qualifications:
Behavioral Health Practitioner IV: State of Nebraska licenses as Mental Health Practitioner and Alcohol and Drug Counselor.
Behavioral Health Practitioner III: Nebraska license as Mental Health Practitioner or Nebraska license as Alcohol and Drug Counselor AND Nebraska Provisional License as Mental Health Practitioner or Nebraska Provisional License as Alcohol and Drug Counselor.
Behavioral Health Practitioner II: Nebraska License as Mental Health Practitioner.
Behavioral Health Practitioner I: Provisional license to practice as a mental health practitioner in Nebraska.
Legal Requirements
BHP IV- Licensure requirements pursuant to Nebraska State Statutes 38-2122 and 38-316
BHP III- Licensure requirements pursuant to Nebraska State Statutes 38-2122, 38-2123, 38-314, and 38-316.
BHP II- Licensure requirements pursuant to Nebraska State Statutes 38-2122 and 38-316.
BHP I- Licensure requirements pursuant to Nebraska State Statutes 38-2123 and 38-314.
Preferred Qualifications: Candidates who are fully licensed as a LMHP are preferred but those with a provisional license will be considered.
Other: Valid driver's license or the ability to provide independent authorized transportation.
We will consider candidates eligible for the license within three months of application. Candidates must obtain a license before the start date.
Pay commensurate with licensure.
- Licensed as a Mental Health Practitioner AND Alcohol and Drug Counselor with the State of Nebraska or as LIMHP: $35.989/hour.
- Mental Health Practitioner or Alcohol and Drug Counselor License AND a Provisional license in the other: $33.478/hour.
- Licensed as Mental Health Practitioner: $31.143/hour.
- Provisionally licensed applicants: $26.547/hour until fully licensed.
Hours: Monday-Friday 8AM-4:30 PM
Additional $3.00/hour facility differential for hours worked.
Knowledge of: DSM-5, patterns and processes of normal growth and development; mental and emotional disorders; behavior management and modification; applied behavior analysis; signs and symptoms of alcohol and drug abuse, dependence or disorders; psycho educational training; individual, group, and family therapy techniques; system theories and bio-psychosocial intervention theories; social and cultural factors as related to mental health and substance abuse; physical and mental problems of clients with alcohol and drug abuse, dependence or disorders; program specific treatment issues; methods and resources available for educating clients in chemical dependency; applicable agency policies and organizations; program specific philosophies, policies, and procedures.
Skill in: individual and group counseling; communicating effectively; screening, assessment, and diagnosis; managing conflict; diffusing anger and maintaining a controlled environment.
Ability to: demonstrate the application of therapy methods and techniques; communicate in person, by telephone as a group facilitator, and in written formats with persons served, other staff, families, and other agencies; monitor patient progress and recommend new strategies; prepare written reports; document findings and treatment; conceptualize, integrate and express interdisciplinary input; explain the significance of behavior patterns and signs to patients and other team members.
If you're currently employed by the State of Nebraska, please don't apply through this external career site. Instead, log in to Workday and open the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing page. You can access Workday anytime through the Link web page: https://link.nebraska.gov/
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and professional development opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and life. Your paycheck is just part of your total compensation.
Check out all that the State of Nebraska has to offer! Benefit eligibility may vary by position, agency and employment status. For more information on benefits, please visit: https://statejobs.nebraska.gov/index.html#benefits
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.
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