Radio Dispatcher - Part Time - PN20075740

State of Ohio • Athens, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is the primary contact for communication among personnel, visitors, and clients at Appalachian Behavioral Healthcare (ABH). Key responsibilities include communication, access control, and information management. 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. 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.

Requirements

• Formal education that includes reading, writing & speaking English. -Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualification For Employment noted above.
• Dispatch
• All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, and active disciplinary record. (OCSEA)
• 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.
• Must be able to complete a 4 week full time orientation (Will include 1st and 2nd shift)
• May be exposed to communicable diseases and unpredictable patient behavior
• Training and development required to remain in the classification after employment

Responsibilities

• Operates communication equipment professionally and courteously, directing calls and messages to the appropriate personnel or departments
• Dispatches personnel and equipment as required, and relays or clarifies information as needed
• Operates overhead paging systems and monitors alarms for fire, pharmacy, and weather, etc.
• Maintains written and digital logs of staff activity, client movement, and assigned duties
• Provides directions and greets visitors in person or by phone, including dignitaries and delivery personnel, etc.
• Oversee & issue passes and tags for all visitors and contractors
• Attends required training sessions to improve skills and knowledge relevant to the role and follows agency policies on computer and software usage

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: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees