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Intentional Peer Support Specialists Graduate

March 17, 2023

Intentional Peer Support (IPS) is a program that encourages individuals with similar life experiences to walk alongside each other in supportive relationships.

Last year, IPS specialists held more than 2,000 one-on-one sessions with their peers. Talk about using your skills and experiences to make a difference!

Congratulations to the newest IPS specialists at the Nebraska State Penitentiary. #BuildYourFutureRead more

NSP Soup & Chili Contest

March 16, 2023

Spring may be right around the corner, but teammates at the Nebraska State Penitentiary (NSP) are celebrating the last days of winter with a soup and chili contest. There was a great variety to choose from like chili, Hungarian mushroom soup, and lentil curry soup. NSP teammates were invited to vote on their favorites — with a good ol’ taste test.

The top choice was Michelle Decker’s taco soup, followed by Jennifer Hood’s broccoli and cheddar soup as the runner up. Allyson Bennett scored the third choice with her chicken chili. Thank you to everyone who made soup or chili and also to those who had the difficult task of...Read more

Meet a Reentry Specialist

March 15, 2023

Meet Reentry Specialist Trisha Larkin! She shares that the most rewarding part of her career is knowing she has made a difference in a person’s life, no matter how big or small.

As a reentry specialist, she works with individuals at the Community Corrections Center - Lincoln (CCC-L) to bridge gaps by connecting them to the right resources and assisting them in developing quality reentry plans for a successful future. For anyone interested in this career path, she shares that the work requires organization, consistency, quality engagement, networking and a sense of humor!

Larkin is a valuable member of the reentry...Read more

Teammate Tuesday

March 14, 2023

At NDCS, we're always looking for ways to recognize our top talent. Please congratulate Sergeant (Sgt.) James Stuart for being selected as the Supervisor of the Quarter at the Reception and Treatment Center (RTC).

Since joining NDCS in 2018 as a corporal, Sgt. Stuart has proven to be an effective leader who is willing to help new teammates become comfortable in their roles. He was selected for this award because of his work ethic, experience and daily job performance. Sgt. Stuart is also a valued member of the Corrections Emergency Response Team (CERT) and an excellent example of an engaged leader.

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We're Hiring!

March 13, 2023

Making a difference in the field of behavioral and mental health starts with you! NDCS has various career opportunities for those looking to use their skill sets to positively change lives.

We have openings for Behavioral Health Practitioner, Behavioral Health Caseworker, Psychiatrist and Clinical Psychologist. Learn more about these opportunities: https://bit.ly/3JBuIg4 #CareerConnection #mentalhealthmattersRead more

Circle of Security: parenting program

March 10, 2023

Congratulations to these women, the first graduates of the Circle of Security parenting program at the Nebraska Correctional Center for Women (NCCW). This eight-week program encourages parents to build strong attachment relationships and give their children feelings of security and confidence so they can explore, learn, grow and build positive relationships – all essential skills for lifelong success. Thank you to all involved in this transformative program! #BuildYourFutureRead more

Teammate Spotlight: Adams

March 9, 2023

At NDCS, we’re always looking for ways to recognize team members who go the extra mile, and Nate Adams is one of those teammates!

As a maintenance specialist at the Reception and Treatment Center (RTC), Adams takes on new duties with a positive attitude, willingly assists other maintenance team members and is known at the facility as an excellent troubleshooter. Adams began his NDCS career in 2015 and has been a member of the Honor Guard for the past six years.

For his excellent work, Adams was recently selected as a recipient of the Pay it Forward award at RTC. Congratulations and thank you for your commitment...Read more

Meet our Reentry Teammates

March 8, 2023

These reentry specialists – Tyler Ladd, Trisha Larkin and Todd Rosenthal – are a few of the amazing teammates who are part of the Reentry team. Reentry specialists work directly with individuals upon intake and as they near release. They assist in developing a comprehensive reentry plan that addresses all the things needed when re-entering the community, such as housing, transportation, employment and mental health support.

Reentry is the work of the entire agency, from social workers to unit staff and medical professionals. A big shout out to all who support this important work!

Follow along in the coming weeks...Read more

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