Behavioral Health Nurse Supervisor - PN20041447

State of Ohio • Athens, OH

7d • Onsite

About The Position

At the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH), Nurse Supervisors play a vital role in supporting the mental health and well-being of clients. They oversee direct care nursing services and act as a liaison between medical services and other disciplines. This is an hourly position and is exempt from the bargaining units, with a pay range of 15 on the E1 Exempt Pay Range Schedule. The normal working hours are 1st shift 6:30 am - 3:00 pm, 2nd shift 2:30 pm - 11:00 pm, and 3rd shift 10:45 pm - 6:45 am. (Flexible Schedule). This position is located within our Appalachian Behavioral Healthcare Campus at 100 Hospital Drive, Athens, Ohio 45701. 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. Additional Salary / Appointment Information: Must be able to complete a 4 week full time orientation (Will include 1st, 2nd, 3rd shifts, and weekends). May work weekends and holidays; may be exposed to communicable diseases and unpredictable patient behavior. Training and development required to remain in the classification after employment. At DBH we strive to attract and sustain a diverse workforce by recruiting, hiring, developing and retaining high-performing employees who work collaboratively to balance efforts toward providing prevention and recovery supports and fostering inclusion that inspires innovation, encourages respect and promotes unlimited success. To learn more about our agency, please visit our website at www.dbh.ohio.gov/. 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. 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. Behavioral Health Nurse Supervisor Psychiatric/DD Nurse Supervisor 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.

Requirements

• Current license as registered professional nurse in state of Ohio as issued by Board of Nursing per Section 4723.03 of Revised Code
• 24 mos. exp. in psychiatric nursing or delivery of nursing services to persons with developmental disabilities
• 3 mos. trg. or 3 mos. exp. in employee training & development
• 3 courses or 9 mos. exp. in public relations
• 3 courses or 9 mos. exp. in counseling
• Equivalent of the Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment may be substituted for the experience requirements, but not for the mandated licensure.
• Qualifications, experience, education, active disciplinary record, and work record will be evaluated.
• Nursing Technical Skills: Mental Health, Behavioral Health, Communications, Direct Support/Direct Care, Nursing
• Professional Skills: Critical Thinking, Conflict Management, Building Trust, Emotional Intelligence, Confidentiality, Attention to Detail, Written Communication, Observation
• 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. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) business days of the request will result in disqualification from further consideration. Transcripts printed from the institution’s website will not be accepted.
• Must be able to complete a 4 week full time orientation (Will include 1st, 2nd, 3rd shifts, and weekends)
• May work weekends and holidays
• May be exposed to communicable diseases and unpredictable patient behavior
• Training and development required to remain in the classification after employment

Responsibilities

• Receives administrative direction from the Nurse Executive for the planning & implementation of total nursing care on assigned shift
• Provides general and direct supervision to nursing staff
• Makes rounds of residential areas & monitors the nursing care plan documentation, recovery-focused therapeutic programs & environmental safety residential area
• Serves as Administrative Officer of the Day (AOD) for the entire facility after hours as needed

Benefits

• 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 )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager