State of Nebraska·Lincoln, Nebraska
Provide individual and group therapy to adult patients with mental illness at the Lincoln Regional Center. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop treatment plans and document patient progress according to agency standards.
Health & Human Services - Agency 25
Location: Lincoln, NE
$36.798
JR2026-00027932 Licensed Mental Health Practitioner - Lincoln Regional Center (Open)
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You have the passion, we have the opportunities – let’s make a difference for Nebraskans.
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 skilled, detail oriented, Licensed Mental Health Practitioners to join our team. In this role you will be an integral part of our Behavioral Health Division and provide therapy to adult patients with mental illness at Lincoln Regional Center, a Joint-Commission accredited state psychiatric hospital
"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."
For more information about this position, contact Anny Friedrichsen at 402-853-4914 or email anny.c.friedrichse@nebraska.gov.
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. Requirements / 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: Licensure requirements pursuant to Nebraska State Statutes 38-2122 and 38-316
Candidates who are fully licensed as a LMHP are preferred but those with a provisional license will be considered. Hiring rate of position: Pay commensurate with licensure. Licensed as a Mental Health Practitioner AND Alcohol and Drug Counselor with the State of Nebraska or as LIMHP: $36.798/hour. Mental Health Practitioner or Alcohol and Drug Counselor License AND a Provisional license in the other: $34.231/hour. Licensed as Mental Health Practitioner: $31.844/hour. Provisionally licensed applicants: $27.145/hour until fully licensed. PLMHP $27.145; LMHP $31.844; LMHP/PLADC $34.231; LMHP/LACD & LIMHP $36.798 Additional $3.00/hr. facility differential. Work schedule: Various Shifts Available: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm, Monday - Friday 8:00am-4:30pm OR Wednesday - Saturday 8:00am - 7:00pm, with Sun/Mon/Tues off. Will discuss at interview.
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.
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.
Requires a Nebraska license as a Mental Health Practitioner, Alcohol and Drug Counselor, or a provisional license. Candidates must possess knowledge of DSM-5, behavior modification, and various therapeutic techniques.
Market context
Behavioral health roles in Nebraska are often competitive because employers typically seek candidates with a master’s degree, an active, unrestricted LIMHP license, and experience using EHR systems such as Athena RMS. This category can draw steady demand from clinics, hospitals, and community providers, and the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform help you review the original posting faster. Before applying, confirm your licensure status and highlight post-master’s behavioral health experience in your resume.
