Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare - Therapeutic Program Worker - CSN In-Home 1st Shift

All job postings will expire at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the application deadline. Organization: Behavioral Health - Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare Agency Contact Name and Information: Mary View phone number on click.appcast.io Work Location: 3800 Lacon Rd. Hilliard, OH 43026 Compensation: $23.28 Schedule: Permanent - Full Time Work Hours: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm Classified Indicator: Classified Union: OCSEA Primary Job Skill: Direct Support/Direct Care 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 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. What you’ll do at COBH Assesses clients progress toward meeting treatment goals & documents same; Observes & monitors behavior & symptoms; Provides mental health services (e.g. relapse prevention education) & supportive services (e.g., community adjustment activities) for clients residing in various community settings; Assists/trains/participates in direct care & supervision to clients to help them identify, understand and acquire & maintain those skills (e.g., independent living skills instruction) necessary for successful community transition from the hospital to the community & maintaining successful adjustment to community living; Communicates pertinent information to appropriate supervisor; communicates with fellow Home-Based Support Service (HBSS) staff members in written & oral forms regarding client’s progress, needs, status & activities; Engages clients in conversation; provides for a safe environment; accompanies clients as needed to activities, appointments & community-based services; implements appropriate therapeutic precautions; Performs charting & required documentation. Attends & participates in meetings & mandated trainings; meets with agencies/individuals as required; Performs variety of miscellaneous duties (e.g., light housekeeping in patient areas & living quarters; identifies & reports safety concerns; attends & completes required trainings & educational programs; shops for/with patients for clothing &/or personal belongings; provides clerical support). 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. 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 four months of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter. Additional Information This is an hourly position covered by the OCSEA/AFSCME bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of 7 on the OCSEA Pay Range Schedule. This position is located within CSN at 3800 Lacon Rd, Hilliard, OH 43026. 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 applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration. Rule 5122-7-21, “Background 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 View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. All final applicants tentatively selected for this classification 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. 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. 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). Or in positions at Veteran Services in addition to above must possess STNA certification &/or listed on Ohio Nurse Aide Registry. 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. Job Skills: Direct Support/Direct Care ADA Statement: 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. Drug-Free Workplace: 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Ohio