Licensed Social Worker- Summit Behavioral Healthcare- Full Time
Effective October 1, 2025, the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services has transitioned to its new name—the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH). This change reflects a continued commitment to providing comprehensive, person-centered care that addresses the full range of behavioral health needs for Ohioans.
About the Role
This position is located within the Summit Behavioral Healthcare Campus at 1101 Summit Road, Cincinnati, OH 45237. It is an hourly, full-time (40 hours/week) role covered by the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 bargaining unit (union). Normal working hours are 8am–4:30pm, with a requirement to work weekend and holiday rotations.
Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and regularly review individualized treatment plans with patients and the interdisciplinary team.
- Monitor patient progress and modify interventions based on clinical needs and treatment response.
- Document clinical services, assessments, interventions, and patient progress accurately and timely.
- Identify patient strengths, treatment needs, risk factors, barriers to discharge, and available support.
- Collaborate with legal representatives, courts, attorneys, probation/parole personnel, and other authorized agencies as appropriate.
- Assist with evaluations and treatment activities related to competency restoration, criminal responsibility, or other forensic treatment requirements.
- Maintain awareness of court orders, legal requirements, and patient rights affecting treatment and discharge planning.
- Develop and sustain collaborative relationships with external facilities, agencies, and support services to facilitate referrals and ensure effective follow-up.
- Assess housing, transportation, financial, employment, healthcare, and community support needs.
- Coordinate referrals to outpatient mental health services, residential programs, community providers, and other resources.
Requirements
- Current license as an independent social worker (LISW) issued by the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker & Marriage & Family Therapist Board in accordance with ORC 4757.27.
- Pursuant to ORC 4757.41 (A)(5), any person engaging in social work or professional counseling as a civil service employee as defined in section 124.01 of the Revised Code who has at least two years of service as of July 10, 2014, is exempt from the LISW licensure requirement.
- Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application. Applicants must submit an official transcript before receiving a formal employment offer. Transcripts printed from an institution’s website will not be accepted.
Skills
- Mental Health
- Social Work
- Collaboration
Pay
This position falls under pay range 11 on the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 Pay Range Schedule, with a compensation range of $29.95–$37.75 per hour. Unless required by union contract or Ohio Revised Code, the selected candidate will begin at Step 1 of the pay range, with opportunities for pay increases after six months of satisfactory performance and yearly raises thereafter.
Schedule
Full-time (40 hours/week), with normal working hours of 8am–4:30pm. Must be available for weekend and holiday rotations.
About the Organization
The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) strives to exemplify The Heart of Hope for individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders. With over 2,800 employees across six inpatient behavioral health hospitals, Ohio Pharmacy Services, Ohio’s prison systems, and the central office in Columbus, DBH is a critical system of behavioral healthcare in Ohio.
DBH values a service-oriented, collaborative, innovative, and urgent approach to care. The organization fosters an inclusive, stigma-free environment where individuals impacted by mental health and substance use challenges are valued, supported, and empowered. As an Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace, DBH promotes wellness, second-chance hiring, and recovery-informed policies.