PsychiatricDD Nurse Manager Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare

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
• 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 (&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.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Please note: Effective October 1 2025 the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services has transitioned to its new namethe 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 youll do at DBH :

As the Clinical Nurse Manager at Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare (COBH) you will:

• Be responsible for 24/7 coverage of two units; supervising and directing patient care and actions of unit staff to ensure safety and quality of care.
• Function as clinical and administrative leader and back up for other managers.
• Provide guidance for nursing shift supervisors to ensure after hours care and safety throughout the facility.
• Work collaboratively with clinical providers and directors to provide quality recovery focused treatment.
• Responsible for competency evaluation of staff coaching and development of team and corrective/disciplinary actions.
• Resolve issues as they arise using sound problem solving skills.
• Monitors patient outcomes and reviews documentation to ensure treatment plans are being followed and all accreditation requirements are being met.
• Stay up to date on all DBH and hospital policies/procedures as well as joint commission requirements .

This position is unclassified per 124.11 (A) (9) Ohio Revised Code.

This is an hourly position and is exempt from the bargaining units with a pay range of #16 on the E1 Exempt Pay Range Schedule . Normal working hours are Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm (Flexible Schedule).

This position also offers full State of Ohio benefits and is eligible for federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) .

Primary Work Location:
Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare 2200 W Broad St Columbus OH 43223.

The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39) and as outlined in the posting.

Application Procedures
To be considered for this position you must apply online through this posting website (). We no longer accept paper applications. When completing your online Ohio Civil Service Application be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting. We will not give credit for your qualifications experience education and training in the job selection process if there is no evidence provided on your addition see resume is not a substitution for completing supplemental questions. Answers to the supplemental questions must be fully supported by the work experience/education sections of your application. You may check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website (). We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email regularly.

Background Check Notice
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicants prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

RuleBackground check on applicants outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being employed by the Department of Behavioral Health.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process assessment &/or interview please contact Andrew Seifert EEO/ADA Administrator at or .

All final applicants tentatively selected for this class will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment.

Psychiatric/DD Nurse Manager
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 2800 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals Ohio Pharmacy Services Ohios 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.

Position Qualifications

Requires current license as registered professional nurse (RN) in the state of Ohio as issued by Board of Nursing per Section 4723.03 of Revised Code;

36 mos. psychiatric nursing or delivery of nursing services to persons with developmental disabilities; completion of undergraduate core program in nursing;

18 mos. trg. or 18 mos. supervision;

18 mos. trg. or 18 mos. management;

12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. counseling;

12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. public relations.

-Or equivalent of the Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above may be substituted for the experience requirements but not for the mandated licensure.

Job Skills: Nursing

Required Experience:

Manager