Correction Officer (2nd Shift Rotating Days Off) - Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare (PN: 20040468

Job Description - Correction Officer (2nd Shift Rotating Days Off) - Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare (PN: 20040468 & 20042663) (260007BX) Unposting Date Oct 8, 2026, 3:59:00 AM Work Location Central Ohio Behavioral Health 2200 West Broad Street Columbus 43223-1492 Primary Location United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus Compensation 24.88/hr Schedule Full-time Work Hours : 3:00 pm 11:00 pm Union : OCSEA Primary Job Skill Corrections Technical Skills : Behavioral Health, Corrections - Mental Health, Security Professional Skills : Attention to Detail, Conflict Management, Cultural Awareness Agency Overview Correction Officer 2 nd Shift Rotating Days Off - Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare Who we are: 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 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. Job Description Please note: Effective October 1, 2025, the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services has transitioned to its new name—the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health. This change reflects our continued commitment to providing comprehensive, person-centered care that addresses the full range of behavioral health needs for Ohioans. All positions and services now fall under the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health as we move forward in serving individuals, families, and communities across the state. What you’ll do at DBH Monitors external & internal activity of Forensic Unit; Patrols assigned areas in non-patient areas (e.g., sallyport, grounds adjacent to buildings, hallways); Patrols assigned interior Patient areas (e.g., wards/units); Observes visits between patients & visitors; monitors & assures compliance with visiting room rules/regulations; renders advice to visitors concerning visitations; prevents contraband from entering Forensic Unit (e.g., uses metal detector to search visitors, staff &/or packages); Conducts patient or patient room searches; makes routine ward rounds; Responds to codes called & provides assistance to nursing personnel; completes &/or participates in investigations of unusual incidents; prepares incident reports; conducts daily count of patients; Escorts staff &/or patients on/off grounds; serves as sole escort to patient on/off grounds as needed; notifies supervisor of safety/security hazards; Assists COBH Police Department & other law enforcement agencies as directed; pursues & apprehends escaping patients &/or maintains visual sight of patients; receives notification from staff of emergency measures from codes to be called for fires, medical, psychiatric &/or disaster as needed; Announces codes & dispatches assistance to locations; documents activities on shifts; conducts operations checks of electronic field; Conducts personal surveillance of the building, fences, etc. & reports discrepancies. This is an hourly position covered by the OCSEA/AFSCME bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of "CO" on the OCSEAPay Range Schedule. This position is located within Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare at 2200 W. Broad Street, Columbus, OH 43223. Unless required by any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code, the selected candidate will begin at Step 1 of the pay range schedule listed above, with an opportunity for pay increase after six months of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter. Why Work for the State of Ohio At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes: 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 ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) &Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation ) *Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobleads-US