Police Officer PN 20099775

State of Ohio • Massillon, OH

1d • $24 - $27 • Onsite

About The Position

The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is seeking a Police Officer to patrol campus grounds and buildings, ensuring the safety of patients, visitors, and employees. This role involves assisting in emergency situations, enforcing Ohio Revised Code, monitoring traffic, investigating complaints, and screening new patients for contraband. The officer will also support clinical service functions by responding to emergencies, assisting staff with patients in crisis, and screening visitors and returning patients. Additionally, the position may involve transporting patients and assisting with mechanical issues for staff or visitors. This is an hourly position covered by the State of Ohio Unit 2 bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of #8 or #10 on the Unit 2 Pay Range Schedule. The position is located at Heartland Behavioral Healthcare in Massillon, OH. Effective October 1, 2025, the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services has transitioned to its new name—the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health.

Requirements

• Formal education in arithmetic that includes fractions, decimals & percentages & in reading & writing English vocabulary.
• Valid driver's license.
• Probationary period is one year.
• Possession of certificate having successfully completed approved basic peace officer training program or completion of 20 yrs. active duty as peace officer per Section 109.78 (D) of Ohio revised code for developmental disabilities & mental health facility employees.
• Applicant must be able to successfully perform Ohio Peace Officer Basic Training Program (OPOTC) Fitness Testing Entry Standards for New Recruits.

Nice To Haves

• Yearly Fitness Incentive Pay (Not mandatory)
• Longevity pay after completion of five (5) years of state service
• Prior State Service may be transferred

Responsibilities

• Patrols campus grounds, buildings (interior and exterior checks) on foot & in car, ensures safety of patients/clients, visitors, & employees.
• Assists in emergency/disaster situations (e.g., evacuation of buildings, inclement weather, hospital codes e.g.: Code Black, Silver, Red).
• Makes professional efforts to prevent/deter criminal activities, enforces Ohio Revised Code e.g.: criminal laws, and testifies in court as required.
• Checks identity of persons on grounds and the nature of their business and/or needs; monitors traffic conditions & parking facilities to ensure efficient flow of traffic, checks parking permits, & issues traffic tickets as necessary.
• Investigates/reports alleged criminal complaints.
• Makes inquiries on security/safety issues, documents findings, and communicates with hospital administration regarding sensitive issues.
• Screens/searches newly admitted patient(s) and their property for contraband via police policy during the admission process along with checking/logging their valuables with the business office.
• Assists in interior clinical service functions e.g.: responds to Code Violets, Code Blue emergencies e.g.: assists nursing, medical or direct care personnel in emergent incidents that are out of their control and at the clinical supervisor’s request in dealing with patients in crisis by utilizing Crisis Intervention/De-escalation protocols.
• Interior control/monitoring and screening (for deter/denying of contraband) of all visitors, returning patients in the utilization of the magnetometer, escorts, assists visitors.
• Assist in transporting forensic Level 1, 2 or Police Hold patient(s).
• Calls for assistance staff and/or visitors with mechanical problems.

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 )
• Equipment & Uniforms provided

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees