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Assistant Work Incentive Benefit Practitioner Jobs in Nebraska

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What is the difference between Assistant Work Incentive Benefit Practitioner vs Work Incentive Benefits Specialist?

AspectAssistant Work Incentive Benefit PractitionerWork Incentive Benefits Specialist
CredentialsTypically requires certification in work incentives or related trainingOften holds similar certifications or specialized training in benefits counseling
Work EnvironmentAssists clients in benefit programs, often in community agencies or government officesProvides detailed benefits analysis, usually in social services or employment agencies
Employer & IndustryGovernment agencies, non-profits, social service organizationsSimilar employers, with a focus on benefits counseling and employment support

The main difference is that Assistant Work Incentive Benefit Practitioners typically perform entry-level support tasks, while Work Incentive Benefits Specialists handle more complex benefits analysis and counseling. Both roles require relevant certifications and work in similar environments, but the specialist role involves a higher level of expertise and responsibility.

What is an Assistant Work Incentive Benefit Practitioner?

An Assistant Work Incentive Benefit Practitioner is a professional who helps individuals receiving disability benefits understand how employment affects their benefits and navigate work incentives programs. They often work in social services or benefits agencies, providing guidance on maintaining benefits while working and ensuring compliance with program rules.

Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - WEC Detention Facility

Nebraska State Jobs

Mccook, NE • On-site

$60.43/hr

Other

Life, Retirement, PTO

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Hiring Agency:
Correctional Services - Agency 46
Location:
McCook, NE
Hiring Rate:
$58.846
Job Posting:
JR2026-00027225 Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner - WEC Detention Facility (Evergreen) (Open)
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Job Description:
Information about the Nebraska Department of Correctional Services (NDCS) can be found at: www.corrections.nebraska.gov. For more information call 402-479-5630. For American with Disabilities Act (ADA) accommodations, please contact Megan Jones at megan.jones@nebraska.gov.
The NDCS is seeking to hire a Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner to provide primary health care services. Selected candidate will be joining our staff of Physicians, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, and other health care professionals.
Starting wage for Physician Assistant $58.846/hour
Starting wage for Nurse Practitioner $60.428/hour
Requirements / Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Physician Assistant: Graduation from an American Medical Association approved Physician Assistant program or have passed the National Commission Certification examination; supervisory experience helpful.
Nurse Practitioner: Successful completion of an accredited program for Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner. Incumbents must have a current, valid license as a Registered Nurse and be certified as a Nurse Practitioner in the State of Nebraska.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience working as a Physician Assistant within a clinical setting or equivalent experience. Work experience as a Physician Assistant in a correctional or institutional setting. Current CPR/ALCS certification preferred (required within one year of hire).
Other: Certification and current license as a Physician Assistant in the State of Nebraska. Must possess a valid driver's license. Applicants accepting a job offer must pass the following pre-employment exams in this order: medical exam, and at a randomly announced time, pass a drug test. Once at the Staff Training Academy, must successfully complete the fully paid NE Corrections Training Program.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of: Life Sciences including Anatomy, Physiology, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Immunology, Histology, and Embryology; the use and effect of modern drugs; primary care medicine as outlined by the Nebraska State Board of Medical Examiners for Physician Assistants.
Skill in: Interacting effectively with interdisciplinary teams toward proving medical care; clinical assessments and differential diagnosis; physical examination; basic CPR; interpreting laboratory data and x-rays; performing minor surgery; proctoscopy; the treatment of non-displaced fractures and casting; documenting observations and diagnosis.
Ability to: Gain confidence and cooperation of patients, the medical staff, and students; initiate primary care for patients when necessary; communicate orally and in writing with patients, family members and/or guardians, nurses, team members, and other medical staff; react effectively to medical and psychiatric emergencies
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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
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