Youth Security Supervisor-YRTC-Kearney

State of NebraskaKearney, NE
6h$30Onsite

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
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