Correction Officer (2nd Shift Rotating Days Off) - Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare (PN: 20040468 & 20042663)

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

4d • Onsite

About The Position

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. Effective October 1, 2025, the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services has transitioned to its new name—the 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. 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 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

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Must have valid driver's license for positions assigned to transportation section &/or requires commercial driver's license to drive vehicles qualifying as commercial.
• Applicants for positions in Ohio Department Of Rehabilitation & Correction must also successfully pass correction officer assessment or have successfully completed assessment within past 24 months; or applicants must be current employees with Ohio Department Of Rehabilitation & Correction who have previously been certified in position of correction officer.
• Probationary period is 365 days.
• All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, and active disciplinary record.
• Primary Job Skill: Corrections
• Technical Skills: Behavioral Health, Security
• Professional Skills: Cultural Awareness, Conflict Management, Attention to Detail
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Monitors external & internal activity of Forensic Unit
• Patrols assigned areas in non-patient areas (e.g., sallyport, grounds adjacent to buildings, hallways)
• Patrols assigned interior Patient areas (e.g., wards/units)
• Observes visits between patients & visitors
• Monitors & assures compliance with visiting room rules/regulations
• Renders advice to visitors concerning visitations
• Prevents contraband from entering Forensic Unit (e.g., uses metal detector to search visitors, staff &/or packages)
• Conducts patient or patient room searches
• Makes routine ward rounds
• Responds to codes called & provides assistance to nursing personnel
• Completes &/or participates in investigations of unusual incidents
• Prepares incident reports
• Conducts daily count of patients
• Escorts staff &/or patients on/off grounds
• Serves as sole escort to patient on/off grounds as needed
• Notifies supervisor of safety/security hazards
• Assists COBH Police Department & other law enforcement agencies as directed
• Pursues & apprehends escaping patients &/or maintains visual sight of patients
• Receives notification from staff of emergency measures from codes to be called for fires, medical, psychiatric &/or disaster as needed
• Announces codes & dispatches assistance to locations
• Documents activities on shifts
• Conducts operations checks of electronic field
• Conducts personal surveillance of the building, fences, etc. & reports discrepancies

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: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED