Psychologist - Norfolk Regional Center
Company: State of Nebraska
Location: Norfolk
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
The work we do matters! Hiring Agency: Health & Human Services -
Agency 25 Location: Norfolk, NE Hiring Rate: $60.000 Job Posting:
JR2025-00014851 Psychologist - Norfolk Regional Center (Open)
Applications No Longer Accepted On (If no date is displayed, job is
posted as open until closed): Job Description: Who We Are: The
Norfolk Regional Center is a psychiatric hospital providing
inpatient mental health risk reduction treatment for individuals
striving for community reintegration. Our mission is to instill
hope and offer possibilities for a future free from further
offenses. We value our team members as individuals and provide
opportunities for career growth, continued education, and training.
The Psychologist will play a crucial role in our Behavioral Health
Division, offering care and oversight to adult patients with mental
illness. The incumbent will provide leadership to treatment teams,
collaborate with interdisciplinary professionals, conduct
comprehensive evaluations, and develop psychological treatment
plans to support patient rehabilitation. Key Responsibilities: Lead
treatment teams, medical staff, and various hospital committees.
Provide consultation on treatment plans and behavioral strategies.
Train staff on psychological best practices and risk management
techniques. Develop and write initial comprehensive treatment
plans. Conduct individual and group therapy sessions. Perform
psychological evaluations, including assessments of intellectual
ability, personality, and risk for elopement, suicide, violence,
and sexual re-offense. Participate in diagnostic staff meetings
with the Psychiatry team to determine patient diagnoses. Provide
expert testimony for mental health board hearings. Assist in
program development and policy improvement. Requirements /
Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: Doctorate in Psychology.
Licensed to practice psychology in Nebraska or eligible for a
provisional license. Preferred Qualifications: One year of
post-doctorate experience. Experience working with sex offender
populations. Salary: $60.00/hour (Licensed) | $55.28/hour
(Provisionally Licensed) Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m.
- 5:00 p.m.; occasional weekend shifts may be required. Knowledge,
Skills, and Abilities: Expertise in psychological assessments and
risk evaluation measures. Experience working with diverse
populations, including individuals with intellectual disabilities
and personality disorders. Strong collaboration skills with an
interdisciplinary team. Understanding of the Nebraska Sex Offender
Commitment Act and Mental Health Commitment Act. Ability to develop
and implement psychological treatment programs and training
initiatives. Why Join Us? At the Norfolk Regional Center, we are
committed to making a difference in the lives of our patients while
maintaining public safety. We seek human service professionals who
share our passion for providing high-quality psychological care and
support. How to Apply: For more information, visit DHHS Nebraska or
contact Anny Friedrichsen at 402-853-4914 or
anny.c.friedrichsen@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.htmlbenefits 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. Current employees of the State of Nebraska
should NOT apply on this external career. Instead go to Workday and
access the Jobs Hub - Internal Apply app from your home landing
page.
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