Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare - Therapeutic Program Worker

About the organization

At the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH), we strive to exemplify The Heart of Hope for individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders. We proudly employ over 2,800 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals, Ohio Pharmacy Services, Ohio's prison systems, and the central office located in the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus, OH.

DBH Values: Service-Oriented (Person Centered, Solution Oriented, Customer Service Focused), Collaborative (Approachable, Reasonable, Transparent), Value Driven, Innovative (Yes Before No), Strong Sense of Urgency.

Our team of highly qualified professionals advances a critical system of behavioral healthcare in Ohio that helps people be well, get well, and stay well. Join our collaborative, service-oriented environment, where you will be respected and valued.

The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is proud to be an Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace, committed to supporting the health and well-being of all employees, including those in recovery. We foster an inclusive, stigma-free environment where individuals impacted by mental health and substance use challenges are valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. Our workplace culture promotes wellness, second chance hiring, and recovery-informed policies that reflect our mission to serve Ohioans with compassion and respect, both in the community and within our own team.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the development of treatment plans
• Charting, documentation, records, and reporting
• Organizing and conducting patient group activities
• Transport of patients to off-site appointments
• Participating in appropriate interventions

Afternoon and evening shifts available, weekend rotations. These positions receive a minimum of 17 weekends off per year per the OCSEA union contract. Must be able to complete a 4-week training/orientation. May work weekends and holidays; may be exposed to communicable diseases and unpredictable patient behavior.

Qualifications

• Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition & subtraction & in reading, writing & speaking common English vocabulary
• In Department of Developmental Disabilities, must also possess a high school diploma or a certificate of high school equivalence pursuant to Ohio Administrative Code 5123:2-3-01(F)(1)(c)
• For positions that require operation of motor vehicle to transport consumers to recreational, educational &/or occupational activities, a valid driver's license is required
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above

Skills

• Direct Support/Direct Care

Pay

Hourly rate: $23.28 (Step 1 of pay range 7 on the OCSEA Pay Range Schedule). Opportunity for pay increase after four months of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter. This is an hourly position covered by the OCSEA/AFSCME bargaining unit (union).

Schedule

Permanent, full-time. Various work hours including afternoon and evening shifts with weekend rotations. Minimum of 17 weekends off per year per OCSEA union contract. May require weekends and holidays.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period
• Paid time off including vacation, personal, sick leave, and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave
• Education and development opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more)
• Public retirement systems (OPERS, STRS, SERS, HPRS) & optional deferred compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The agency contact can provide specific benefits information for this position.

Position located at 2200 W. Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43223. Contact: Mary, 614-641-4482. Final candidate must undergo criminal background check and urinalysis for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and a drug-free workplace (prohibits recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis use).