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NASCA celebrates at OCC

October 20, 2023

This month the Native Americans Spiritual and Cultural Awareness Group (NASCA) held its annual Powwow at the Omaha Correctional Center. NASCA is an…

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  • Omaha Correctional Center - (OCC)
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Peer support sees success at NDCS

October 19, 2023

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (23-67) CONTACT Dayne Urbanovsky, Director of Strategic Communications OFFICE 402-479-5799 | dayne.urbanovsky@nebraska.gov…

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Peer Support Celebration Day

October 19, 2023

Nearly 200 individuals serve in peer support or facilitation roles at NDCS facilities. They provide support to peers during incarceration and as they…

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  • Central Office (CO)
  • Tecumseh State Correctional Institution (TSCI)
  • Reception and Treatment Center (RTC)
  • Omaha Correctional Center - (OCC)
  • Nebraska State Penitentiary (NSP)
  • Nebraska Correctional Youth Facility (NCYF)
  • Nebraska Correctional Center for Women - NCCW
  • Community Corrections Center - Omaha (CCC-O)
  • Community Corrections Center - Lincoln (CCC-L)
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Governor's Leadership Academy Graduates

October 18, 2023

Three NDCS teammates were among the graduates of the Governor’s Leadership Academy, the state’s foremost leadership development program for high-…

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Wellness Wednesday

October 18, 2023

The greatest wealth is health! And today we’re celebrating #WellnessWednesday with some of our awesome teammates from the Reception and Treatment…

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  • Reception and Treatment Center (RTC)
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Seeking Registered Nurses

October 17, 2023

Today is the day to take your nursing career to the next level. RNs starting wages $34.14 - $50.33/hour minimum + $3.00/hour facility differential…

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  • Tecumseh State Correctional Institution (TSCI)
  • Reception and Treatment Center (RTC)
  • Omaha Correctional Center - (OCC)
  • Nebraska State Penitentiary (NSP)
  • Nebraska Correctional Youth Facility (NCYF)
  • Nebraska Correctional Center for Women - NCCW
  • Community Corrections Center - Omaha (CCC-O)
  • Community Corrections Center - Lincoln (CCC-L)
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Annual Awards: Supervisors/Managers of the Year

October 16, 2023

Congratulations to these NDCS Supervisors/Managers of the Year! These teammates are exceptional leaders who set the bar high and create supportive…

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  • Tecumseh State Correctional Institution (TSCI)
  • Reception and Treatment Center (RTC)
  • Omaha Correctional Center - (OCC)
  • Nebraska State Penitentiary (NSP)
  • Nebraska Correctional Youth Facility (NCYF)
  • Nebraska Correctional Center for Women - NCCW
  • Community Corrections Center - Omaha (CCC-O)
  • Community Corrections Center - Lincoln (CCC-L)
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NDCS Careers

October 13, 2023

Are you a self-motivated leader that can drive case management services forward? NDCS is looking for a Case Management Coordinator at Central Office…

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Getting It Right Cohort Graduates

October 13, 2023

Sixteen participants from the Work Ethic Camp completed a rigorous 17-week Getting It Right program this fall. Getting It Right is an evidence-based…

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Leadership Academy

October 12, 2023

Leadership Academy is not only a way for leaders to learn valuable tools, it’s also a chance to meet and collaborate with teammates from facilities…

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