Therapeutic Program Worker (Mental Health Therapeutic Aide) - Supplemental Workforce
About The Position
Please note: 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. What you’ll do at OhioDBH : Charting, documentation, records, and reporting Organizing and conducting patient group activities Transport of patients to off-site appointments Participating in appropriate interventions This position is an ETA Established Term Appointment. It is a temporary position for 10 months with possible extensions. It supplements the permanent work force and could be scheduled for day, afternoon, and evening shifts as well as weekends and holidays. There is no guarantee of hours, but ETA TPWs, may work 25-80+ hours per a 2 week pay period based on their availability and the needs of the hospital. This is an hourly position , with a hourly rate of $22.60. This position is located within our HEARTLAND BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE campus at 3000 Erie Street South, Massillon, OH 44646 . You Also Need to Know: Must be able to complete a 4 week (business days Monday-Friday) full time orientation May work weekends and holidays; may be exposed to communicable diseases and unpredictable patient behavior Training and development required to remain in the classification after employment Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition & subtraction & in reading, writing & speaking common English vocabulary. For positions that require operation of motor vehicle to transport consumers to recreational, educational &/or occupational activities, a valid driver’s license is required. -Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above. Mental Health Aide - ETA Therapeutic Program Worker - Established Term Appointment Who we are: 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. 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 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
- Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition & subtraction & in reading, writing & speaking common English vocabulary.
- For positions that require operation of motor vehicle to transport consumers to recreational, educational &/or occupational activities, a valid driver’s license is required.
- Must be able to complete a 4 week (business days Monday-Friday) full time orientation
- Training and development required to remain in the classification after employment
Responsibilities
- Charting, documentation, records, and reporting
- Organizing and conducting patient group activities
- Transport of patients to off-site appointments
- Participating in appropriate interventions
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
