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Therapeutic Program Worker

State Of Ohio


Job Location:

Northfield, OH - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 23 - 26
Posted: 21 October 2026 (3 days ago)
Application Deadline: 18 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

All job postings will expire at 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the application deadline.

Organization:Behavioral Health - Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare

Agency Contact Name and Information:Bernadette Dudley Ext. 2335

Work Location:1756 Sagamore Road Northfield Ohio 44067

Compensation:$23.28 - $26.54

Schedule:Permanent - Full Time

Work Hours:To Be Determined

Classified Indicator:Classified

Union:OCSEA

Primary Job Skill:Direct Support/Direct Care


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.

We proudly employ over 2800 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals Ohio Pharmacy Services Ohios 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 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.

What youll do at DBH:

  • Participate in the development of treatment plans
  • Charting documentation records and reporting
  • Organizing and conducting patient group activities
  • Transport of patients to off-site appointments
  • Participating in appropriate interventions

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. Normal working hours are Variable Days Variable Shifts(s). This position is located within our Northcoast Behavioral Healthcare 1756 Sagamore Road Northfield Ohio.

Unless required by any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code the selected candidate will begin at Step 1 of the pay range schedule listed above with an opportunity for pay increase after six months of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.

Additional Salary / Appointment Information:

  • Additional $.60 per hour shift differential for afternoon and evening shifts.
  • Longevity supplement after 5 years of service.

This position receives a minimum of 17 weekends off per year per the OCSEA union contract.

Application Procedures

To be considered for this position you must apply online through this posting website (). We no longer accept paper applications. When completing your online Ohio Civil Service Application be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting. We will not give credit for your qualifications experience education and training in the job selection process if there is no evidence provided on your addition see resume is not a substitution for completing supplemental questions. Answers to the supplemental questions must be fully supported by the work experience/education sections of your application. You may check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website (). We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email regularly.

Background Check Notice

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicants prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

RuleBackground check on applicants outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being employed by the Department of Behavioral Health.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process assessment &/or interview please contact Andrew Seifert EEO/ADA Administrator at or .

All final applicants tentatively selected for this classification will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment.


Why Work for the State of Ohio:

At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.


Qualifications:
Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition & subtraction & in reading writing & speaking common English
Department of Developmental Disabilities must also possess a high school diploma or a certificate of highschool equivalence pursuant to Ohio Administrative Code 5123:2-3-01(F) (1) (c).

OR

For positions that require operation of motor vehicle to transport consumers to recreational educational &/or occupational activities a valid drivers license is required.

OR

The equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Direct Support/Direct Care

Required Educational Transcripts
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 institutions website will not be accepted. The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.


ADA Statement:
Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services activities programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Drug-Free Workplace:
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.

Required Experience:

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