Police Officer - Full Time- Summit Behavioral Healthcare
Location: 1101 Summit Road, Cincinnati, OH 45237 | Schedule: Permanent Full‑Time, 2nd shift (2 pm–10 pm) & 3rd shift (10 pm–6 am) per Unit 2 contract | Compensation: $28.25/hr (Step 1, Unit 2 Pay Range 10) | Union: Unit 2 (Classified) | Primary Skill: Law Enforcement
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 in Columbus. 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 advances a critical system of behavioral healthcare in Ohio that helps people be well, get well, and stay well. DBH is an Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace, committed to supporting the health and well‑being of all employees, including those in recovery, fostering an inclusive, stigma‑free environment with wellness, second‑chance hiring, and recovery‑informed policies.
Responsibilities
Security & Patrol
- Patrol hospital grounds and buildings on foot and by vehicle to ensure safety and security.
- Check property for open doors, windows, fires, hazards, or security breaches.
- Monitor traffic and parking areas, verify parking permits, issue citations as necessary, and ensure efficient traffic flow.
- Prevent crime by enforcing state laws, hospital rules, and safety regulations.
- Check identity of persons on premises and determine the nature of their business.
Emergency Response
- Respond to hospital codes, alarms, and emergency situations including evacuations, inclement weather, medical incidents, and security threats.
- Assist with disaster preparedness and response activities, including fire drills and hospital‑wide safety initiatives.
- Testify in court proceedings when required.
Investigations & Service Support
- Investigate complaints, disturbances, and potential criminal activity.
- Escort and assist visitors, staff, and patients as needed.
- Support clinical staff by assisting in the safe handling, restraint, transport, or supervision of patients when required.
- Provide routine assistance to staff and visitors (e.g., unlocking vehicles, assisting with mechanical issues, securing patient valuables).
Administrative Duties
- Maintain accurate logs, complete reports, and document unusual incidents.
- Operate communication equipment, relay messages, and ensure timely information flow between staff.
- Assist with safety inspections, key control, and security‑related audits.
- Stay current on law enforcement practices, hospital safety standards, and emergency procedures.
Other Duties
- Perform additional tasks as assigned to support the safety and mission of Summit Behavioral Healthcare.
Qualifications
- Possession of a certificate showing successful completion of an approved basic peace officer training program, or completion of 20 years of active duty as a peace officer per Section 109.78(D) of the Ohio Revised Code.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to successfully perform the Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training Program (OPOTC) Fitness Testing Entry Standards for New Recruits.
- Probationary period: one year.