Youth Security Supervisor - YRTC-K

The work we do matters!

Hiring Agency:
Health & Human Services - Agency 25
Location:
Kearney, NE
Hiring Rate:
$30.680
Job Posting:
JR2026-00029897 Youth Security Supervisor - YRTC-K (Evergreen) (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is posted as open until closed):
11-02-2026
Job Description:
Job Description Summary
At the Youth Rehabilitation and Treatment Center in Kearney, we're not just about words – we're about action! Our Youth Program Specialists are the driving force behind the transformation, inspiring youth to believe in themselves and the endless possibilities that await them. Together, let's empower youth to embrace their strengths and chart a course to success.
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Why This Work Matters

You'll walk alongside youth with complex behaviors on their journey toward healing, growth, and stability. Through structure, mentorship, and compassion, you’ll help youth develop the skills and mindset needed to become successful, law-abiding citizens.
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Our Mission:

“Help youth live better lives through effective services, giving youth the chance to become law-abiding citizens.”
If you're passionate about positively influencing future generations, this is your opportunity to be part of something bigger.
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What We Offer

We support the people who support our youth. Enjoy outstanding benefits, job security, and a team that feels like family.
• 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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Who We are

The Youth Rehabilitation and Treatment Center in Kearney (YRTC-K) is accredited by the American Correctional Association, owned and operated by the Department of Health and Human Services, and the State of Nebraska. YRTC-K serves male youth between the ages of 14 and just before the age of 19. All youth committed to the facility are adjudicated (ordered) by the court, committed until the age of 19 or till they complete the programming

2 positions on 6:00a.m. to 2:00p.m. shift

2 positions on 2:00p.m to 10:00p.m. shift

2 positions on 10:00p.m. to 6:00a.m. shift

This position requires proficiency in English including the ability to read, write, speak and comprehend the language effectively.

-Works with and assists Youth Security Supervisors (YSSs).  This consists of effective communication via verbal, email, written forms.  Acquiring accurate information for documentation.  Maintaining professional work standards while working around multiple supervisors and management teams.

-Respecting and adhering to confidentiality of youth or staff by gleaming information while working with management teams, youth, and video surveillance.

-Reviewing phone calls and video surveillance.

-Documentation of accurate information in multiple forms as necessary.

-Motivated individual capable of staying on task.

-Computer literate, capable of using Microsoft Word, Excel, Adobe PDF.  Willingness to learn database information applications such as inputting information into varying databases.

-Maintain good workspace hygiene, organize and keep clutter free work environment.  -Stay up to date on current training.

-Able to work as a Youth Security Supervisor if need arises.  Able to meet all the requirements of a Youth Security Supervisor staff.

-Able to operate a radio via proper protocol.

-Able to transport youth when necessary.

-Follow proper trained procedure involving searching youth and physically intervening with youth when necessary.

Requirements / Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications: 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.

Other: Must be 21 years of age and valid drivers license.

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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.