Youth Security Supervisor-YRTC-Kearney

State of Nebraska • Kearney, NE

6h • $30 • Onsite

About The Position

The Youth Rehabilitation and Treatment Center (YRTC) in Kearney, Nebraska, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Youth Security Supervisor to play a key role in maintaining the safety and security of our campus. In this vital position, you will lead a team of security professionals while guiding staff who work with high-acuity youth. If you are a compassionate, responsible leader with a commitment to creating a safe and supportive environment for youth in care, we want to hear from you.

Requirements

• Coursework/training or experience in: social work, criminal justice, counseling and guidance, human development and the family, psychology, behavioral health care, education, social/behavioral sciences, nursing/patient care, delinquency prevention or related area.
• Experience leading, coordinating, directing, monitoring and/or supervising others.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be age 21 to work with youth located at YRTC.
• This position requires proficiency in English, including the ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend the language effectively.

Nice To Haves

• 1 year experience with crisis management, adolescent development, and/or verbal de-escalation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise a shift of Youth Program Specialists that provide security and maintain control of youth located at our facility.
• Ensure expectations of treatment and programming are followed.
• Serve as first responder to emergency situations throughout the facility.
• Ensure consistency is followed throughout the facility, including scheduling (for staff and youth), and basic facility expectations.
• Conduct investigations that reveal information on incidents that have potential to be a security risk to the facility.
• Must be able to adapt to unfolding situations and make decisions that provide the best safe outcome for all involved.
• Using Handle with Care principles, leads and assists in emergency/crisis situations and notifies appropriate personnel and outside agencies; ensures/maintains a safe, secure and therapeutic

Benefits

• 156% state-matched retirement — one of the best in the nation
• 13 paid holidays + generous leave starting immediately
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• $20,000 employer-paid life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement & professional development
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fun, mission-driven, and supportive team environment
• Job stability in public service

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed