About The Position

The Bureau of Correctional Recovery Services works with incarcerated men and women in Ohio’s prisons to instill an improved sense of responsibility and the ability to become law-abiding citizens. Recovery Services Behavioral Healthcare Provider Supervisors use evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in the treatment of incarcerated men and women in prison who are in need of substance abuse recovery programming. This position is located within Richland Correctional Institution at 1001 Olivesburg Road,, Mansfield, Ohio 44905. This is an hourly position and is exempt from the bargaining units, with a pay range of 13 on the E1 Exempt Pay Range Schedule.

Requirements

  • Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor (LICDC) by Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board.
  • OR Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) by Ohio Counselor, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy Board.
  • OR Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) by Ohio Counselor, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy Board.
  • OR Licensed Independent Marriage and Family Therapist (IMFT) by the Ohio Counselor, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy Board.
  • OR Licensed Registered Nurse with certificate of authority as a Clinical Nurse Specialist or Certified Nurse Practitioner with specialty certification in Mental Health or Psychiatry as issued by Ohio Board of Nursing.
  • And in addition to licensure must have 12 mos. exp. providing clinical supervision in behavioral healthcare services (e.g., counseling, group services, crisis intervention).
  • Or 12 mos. exp. as Behavioral Healthcare Provider 2, 65832.
  • Or 12 mos. exp. as Correctional Program Coordinator, 69323.
  • Completion of continuing professional education for license renewal pursuant to relevant sections of Ohio Revised Code.
  • 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.
  • DBH reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.

Nice To Haves

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Responsibilities

  • Manages the day-to-day operation of the institution Recovery Services program
  • Develops & implements the policies & procedures for the program
  • Assist with program budget planning
  • When applicable coordinates & participates in quality assurance activities
  • Participates in personnel management tasks including recruitment, interviewing, training & recommendations for hire
  • Supervises employees assigned to the recovery services program
  • Directs & manages treatment activities of the Recovery Services staff (Correctional Program Coordinators)
  • Provides in-service training & evaluations; maintains necessary data documents required by DBH & Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Corrections (ODRC)
  • Provides AOD treatment services to incarcerated men and women in the program (e.g., treatment planning, progress notes, AOD education, individual & group counseling)
  • Serves as institution representative on statewide committees for AOD related issues; must conduct themselves professionally, & in a law-abiding manner at all times & in accordance with the ODRC & DBH Standards of Employee Conduct
  • Attends meetings, conferences, workshops as directed; assists with public relations for programs; serves on institution committees; performs security functions.

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 )
© 2026 Teal Labs, Inc
Privacy PolicyTerms of Service