Region 5 Systems

SCIP's annual "Hop, SCIP, Jump, and Run" brought to you by Family Health & Wellness Center, P.C. took place on June 5, 2026, at Antelope Park. All proceeds benefit School Community Intervention & Prevention (SCIP), a program of Lincoln Medical Education Partnership.

Before the race, participants had the opportunity to visit community resource booths and do activities to become eligible for prizes.

SCIP works with schools throughout Nebraska by providing tools and resources to address behavioral and emotional health issues that impact children, adolescents, and their families. Annual trainings are also offered on a variety of behavioral and emotional health topics, like bullying, current drug trends, and su***de prevention, to the community and school staff.

Money raised at the event will help SCIP provide needed resources to schools and families throughout the state of Nebraska.

Taisa Brumagen (Wellbeing Initiative and CFAC), Sadie Thompson (Wellbeing Initiative), Jade Fowler (Region 5 Systems), Kristin Nelson (Region 5 Systems), Nicki Behmer-Popp (NABHO) and , Tami Lewis-Ahrendt (CenterPointe) attended the National Council for Mental Wellbeing's Hill Day in Washington, D.C.

Together, they met with staff from Nebraska's congressional delegation to advocate for policies and funding that strengthen behavioral health services, expand access to mental health and substance use treatment, and support the workforce that makes recovery and community integration possible.

These conversations are critical to ensuring that Nebraskans have access to the services and supports they need to thrive. Thank you to Nebraska's congressional offices for taking the time to hear directly from providers, advocates, and individuals with lived experience about the challenges and opportunities facing behavioral health systems across our state

Case Manager (known as “Professional Partner”)


Competitive Pay & Benefits: $43,035 – $47,616 at hire, commensurate with experience and other desired criteria.

Looking for a workplace where employees genuinely enjoy what they do? Region 5 Systems earned 1st place in the large employer category for the 2026 Best Places to Work in Lincoln Awards—apply today and experience the difference.

We offer a hybrid (telework-based) case management position located in Lincoln, Nebraska. This role offers the flexibility of working from your home office; however, candidates should understand that most of the work is conducted in person throughout the communities served by Region 5 Systems in southeast Nebraska. This is an ideal position for professionals who enjoy serving in the community, building relationships, and working directly with individuals while maintaining the convenience of a home-based work environment. Regular travel throughout the service area is required for client-related activities. Employees are expected to attend required in-person meetings, trainings, and other duties at Region 5 Systems’ principal office located at 3600 Union Drive, Lincoln. See the job description (“Work Environment”) for additional details.

This role helps prevent children from becoming state wards, reduces out-of-home placements, decreases involvement with the justice system, supports improved school performance, and helps young adults successfully transition from youth services into the adult behavioral health system.

Full job description on our website. Visit our “Join Our Team” Page: https://region5systems.net/join-our-team/.

If you require accommodations as an applicant, please contact the Human Resources Department at [email protected].

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job posting closes 6/22/26 or until position is filled

We are proud to announce that Region 5 Systems received 1st place honors in the large employer category for the 2026 “Best Places to Work in Lincoln Award” on June 4, sponsored by Woods Aitken LLP, the Lincoln Journal Star, and LincolnHR.

The Best Places to Work in Lincoln Program recognizes local employers, through a third-party- administered employee survey, as being the best places to work. The areas surveyed are varied parts of employee life, including workplace environment, leadership direction, culture, and management practices.

Region 5 Systems was acknowledged for creating an enjoyable work environment that fosters personal and professional growth for its employees.

“We are deeply honored to receive this prestigious award. Our employees are at the heart of this achievement, demonstrating resilience, a commitment to excellence, and the power of collaboration every day. Their dedication advances our mission of supporting the wellness and recovery of individuals through the continued development and coordination of the behavioral health system of care. I am grateful for each employee’s talents and contributions,” said Patrick Kreifels, Region 5 Systems’ Regional Administrator.

Food insecurity affects thousands of people right here in our community. In Nebraska, 1 in 7 people face hunger, and many families are forced to choose between food, housing, healthcare, and other basic needs.

Scan the QR codes to connect you to food pantries across Lincoln — because everyone deserves access to food.

Our office will be closed on May 25, 2026 in observance of the holiday. We’ll reopen with normal business hours (8:00 AM - 4:30 PM) tomorrow, Tuesday May 26.

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Stop Overdose Nebraska
Lincoln-Lancaster County Health Department

Region 5 employees spent the day at the International Quilt Museum as part of our quarterly Culture Table education experience. We explored “BORO: The Hidden and the Visible in Japanese Mended Textiles” and gained insight into the artistry, history, and storytelling woven into each piece.

Our Behavioral Health Conference is right around the corner and we would love to see you there!!!

Pre registration is highly recommended.�Where: City Impact (1035 N 33rd street Lincoln NE)�When: Friday June 5, 2026 from 8 AM - 2 PM

Link to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc0l2-kItF3oAba38EzywOJgsqRy4tUUBqszykfcmEfZAAtZQ/viewform?pli=1&authuser=0

Case Manager (known as “Professional Partner”)

This is a remote-based position located in Lincoln, Nebraska. Employees work from their residence (telework) and perform most client-related field work in person within the communities served by Region 5 Systems (southeast Nebraska). Some duties, including required meetings and trainings, must be completed at the principal home office.

Competitive Pay & Benefits: $43,035 – $47,616 at hire, commensurate with experience and other desired criteria.

This role helps prevent children from becoming state wards, reduces out-of-home placements, decreases involvement with the justice system, supports improved school performance, and helps young adults successfully transition from youth services into the adult behavioral health system.

Full job description on our website. Visit our “Join Our Team” Page: https://region5systems.net/join-our-team/.

If you require accommodations as an applicant, please contact the Human Resources Department at [email protected].

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job posting closes 5/29/26 or until position is filled