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. 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

  • Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor (LICDC) by Ohio Chemical Dependency Professionals Board.
  • Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) by Ohio Counselor, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy Board.
  • Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) by Ohio Counselor, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy Board.
  • Licensed Independent Marriage and Family Therapist (IMFT) by the Ohio Counselor, Social Work, Marriage & Family Therapy Board.
  • 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.
  • In addition to licensure must have 12 mos. exp. providing clinical supervision in behavioral healthcare services (e.g., counseling, group services, crisis intervention).
  • 12 mos. exp. as Behavioral Healthcare Provider 2, 65832.
  • 12 mos. exp. as Correctional Program Coordinator, 69323.
  • Completion of continuing professional education for license renewal pursuant to relevant sections of Ohio Revised Code.

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 )
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