Therapeutic Program Worker-CSN-In Home Services 2nd Shift

Ohio Department of Administrative Services•Columbus, OH

13h

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 DBH: Provides in-house services to clients in the community who have been referred by Franklin County Community Treatment Teams; Working with the case manager, implements intervention plans addressing the problems which necessitated the referral; Assesses clients progress toward meeting treatment goals & documents same; Observes & monitors behavior & symptoms; Provides mental health services (e.g. relapse prevention education) & supportive services (e.g., community adjustment activities) for clients residing in various community settings; Assists/trains/participates in direct care & supervision to clients to help them identify, understand and acquire & maintain those skills (e.g. independent living skills instruction) necessary for successful community transition from the hospital to the community & maintaining successful adjustment to community living; Communicates pertinent information to appropriate supervisor; communicates with fellow Home-Based Support Service (HBSS) staff members in written & oral forms regarding client’s progress, needs, status & activities; Engages clients in conversation; provides for a safe environment; accompanies clients as needed to activities, appointments & community-based services; implements appropriate therapeutic precautions; Performs charting & required documentation. Attends & participates in meetings & mandated trainings; meets with agencies/individuals as required; Performs variety of miscellaneous duties (e.g., light housekeeping in patient areas & living quarters; identifies & reports safety concerns; attends & completes required trainings & educational programs; shops for/with patients for clothing &/or personal belongings; provides clerical support). This is an hourly position covered by the OCSEA/AFSCME bargaining unit (union), with a pay range of 7 on the OCSEA Pay Range Schedule. This position is located within our CSN Division.

Requirements

Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition & subtraction & in reading, writing & speaking common English vocabulary. In Department of Developmental Disabilities, must also possess a high school diploma or a certificate of high school equivalence pursuant to Ohio Administrative Code 5123:2-3-01(F) (1) (c).
Or in positions at Veteran Services in addition to above must possess STNA certification &/or listed on Ohio Nurse Aide Registry.
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.

Responsibilities

Provides in-house services to clients in the community who have been referred by Franklin County Community Treatment Teams
Working with the case manager, implements intervention plans addressing the problems which necessitated the referral
Assesses clients progress toward meeting treatment goals & documents same
Observes & monitors behavior & symptoms
Provides mental health services (e.g. relapse prevention education) & supportive services (e.g., community adjustment activities) for clients residing in various community settings
Assists/trains/participates in direct care & supervision to clients to help them identify, understand and acquire & maintain those skills (e.g. independent living skills instruction) necessary for successful community transition from the hospital to the community & maintaining successful adjustment to community living
Communicates pertinent information to appropriate supervisor; communicates with fellow Home-Based Support Service (HBSS) staff members in written & oral forms regarding client’s progress, needs, status & activities
Engages clients in conversation; provides for a safe environment; accompanies clients as needed to activities, appointments & community-based services; implements appropriate therapeutic precautions
Performs charting & required documentation. Attends & participates in meetings & mandated trainings; meets with agencies/individuals as required
Performs variety of miscellaneous duties (e.g., light housekeeping in patient areas & living quarters; identifies & reports safety concerns; attends & completes required trainings & educational programs; shops for/with patients for clothing &/or personal belongings; provides clerical support)

Benefits

Health insurance upon hire Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans. State of Ohio pays 85%25 of medical coverage premium, low-cost deductibles (Single $400 per year, Family $800 per year)
Free dental & vision and basic life insurance for union members during eligibility period. Click for more information
Up to $1500 in wellness incentives annually for employee and $550 for spouse
Guaranteed 11 paid holidays
Paid Time Off – vacation, personal, and sick leave included
Yearly Paid Time Off Cash Out option
Childbirth/Adoption Leave
Up to $5000 annually for educational assistance, professional development, and continuing education opportunities
Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
Ohio Public Employees Retirement System: state of Ohio contributes 14%25, visit website for more information OPERS
Voluntary 457(b) retirement savings plan, visit Ohio Deferred Compensation for more information