Positions

Direct Care (Life Skills Trainer)

Become part of a progressive dynamic treatment team working with youth with emotional and behavior disorders.

  • Practicum, relief on-call, and full time positions may be available
  • Small cottage settings with 12 or fewer youth at various levels of care including residential treatment center, treatment group home, and group home
  • 8 hours shifts - 40 hour work week with 2 days off together
  • Growth opportunities include shift leaders and unit manager position
  • Plan and supervise recreational activities, off-campus outings, and teach life skills classes

As a vital member of the treatment team - a life skills trainer helps:

  • The youth follow the cottage routines and rules
  • To implement the individual treatment plan for each youth in their care
  • Document treatment progress

Benefit package includes:

Medical coverage Vacation time starts at 2 weeks after 1 year, 3 weeks after 5 years, and 4 weeks after 12 years Sick leave 8 paid holidays per year Retirement plan

For more information contact:

Josh Stafursky, Director of Human Resources
Epworth Village, P. O. Box 503, York NE 68467
Phone: (402) 362-3353
E-mail: josh@epworthvillage.org

Teachers

Epworth Village offers excellent opportunities for teaching professionals searching to escape from over crowded classes and unsupportive working environments. As part of a dynamic, forward thinking Interdisciplinary Team, you will have the opportunity to help young people make positive and lasting changes in their lives.

  • Average school census - 55
  • Average class size - 7
  • Professional growth opportunities in the areas of special education and mental health
  • Supportive team of 10 teachers, 9 paraprofessionals, & 3 support staff
  • Work with youth actively involved in their education and treatment for behavior and emotional disorders
  • Teach through the public school calendar with the option of teaching in one or both summer school sessions offered by Epworth Village Learning Center

Benefit package includes:

  • Paid Holidays
  • Sick Leave
  • Retirement plan
  • Medical Insurance
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Supervision and practicuum hours available for special education endorsement

For more information contact:

Scott Wiles, Lead Teacher
Epworth Village, P. O. Box 503, York NE 68467
Phone: (402) 362-3353
E-mail: scottw@epworthvillage.org

Therapists

Epworth Village provides a continuum of care to youth in need of treatment for behavior and emotional disorders. Our treatment program is family centered with an interdisciplinary team working together to affect change.

  • Therapists provide individual, family, and group therapy sessions
  • Caseload averages ten clients
  • Professional growth opportunities include supervised hours to apply for:
    • Licensed Mental Health Practitioner
    • Marriage & Family Therapist certification
    • Membership for the American Association of Marriage & Family Therapy
  • Agency sponsored continuing education and training
  • Tuition reimbursement available

Benefit package includes:

  • Monday - Friday work week
  • Weekend rotation on-call every 10-12 weeks
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid vacation begins at 2 weeks per year
  • Sick Leave
  • Retirement plan
  • Medical Insurance
  • Practicuum and internship opportunities available

For more information contact:

Eunice Williams, Director of Therapeutic Services
Epworth Village, Inc.
P. O. Box 503
York NE 68467
Phone: (402) 362-3353
E-mail: eunice@epworthvillage.org