Psychologist Full-Time with Pay Supplements

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.

We are currently accepting applications for a full-time permanent Psychologistposition at Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare located at 2200 West Broad Street Columbus Ohio 43223.

What youll do at DBH:

• Develop &/or coordinate psychological services on assigned patient unit(s) at Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcare (COBH) including the Timothy B. Moritz Forensic Unit (TBMFU).This includes both clinical and forensic services and may include individual/group therapy competency restoration services forensic screenings assessments and evaluations and risk assessments.
• Develop & perform psychological & forensic assessments & evaluations.
• Consult with unit professionals (e.g. psychiatrist nurse social workers activities therapist Chaplain Volunteer Services Coordinator Unit Director) regarding unit patients and milieu issues.
• Document activities & complete forms in compliance with certifying/accrediting professional agencies (e.g. Joint Commission on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JC) Medicare Ohio Psychological Association (OPA) requirements).
• Provide work/clinical direction to lower-level psychologists psychology assistants SAMI staff & students or post-doctoral fellows.
• Respond to emergency situations.
• Attend &/or participate in seminars conferences workshops &/or meetings as needed to maintain working knowledge of psychology and to maintain an active psychology license in Ohio makes presentations to other Psychology Departments and hospital staff at in-service training sessions; attend departmental administrative staff meetings.
• Additional activities may include testimony participation on the Hospital Staff Response Team committee assignments taking part in Trauma Informed Care activities presentations/case conferences/workshops and special projects.

COBH is unique in that it provides the opportunity to work with a variety of populations: forensic long-term SMI individuals and acute civil patients many of whom have complex circumstances. We have the only maximum-security psychiatric facility in the state. Our treatment teams are cohesive dynamic and compassionate. Our Psychology department is a highly trained group of professionals who value collaboration and learning about new ways of serving our patients. If you think this sounds like a good fit for you please contact us.

This is anhourly position covered by the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199 bargaining unit (union) with a pay range of# 15 on the Ohio Health Care SEIU/1199Pay Range Schedule. We are also currently offering a 15% supplement for Psychologists! Normal working hours are Monday - Friday mostly daytime hours with an occasional position is located within Central Ohio Behavioral Healthcareat 2200 West Broad Street Columbus Ohio 43223.

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.

What is in it for you:

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 ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

• Quality affordable and competitive medical benefits are offered through the availableOhio Med plans.

Dental Vision and Basic Life Insurance

• Dental vision and basic life insurance premiums are free after completedeligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.

Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance

• Paid time off including vacation personal and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth/Adoption leave

Employee Development Funds

• The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.
• Up to $3000 annuallyfor educational assistance professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Federal Student Aid

At DBH we strive to attract and sustain a diverse workforce by recruiting hiring developing and retaining high-performing employees who work collaboratively to balance efforts toward providing prevention and recovery supports and fostering inclusion that inspires innovation encourages respect and promotes unlimited success.

To learn more about our agency please visit our website at Department of Behavioral Health

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.

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

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.

License to practice psychology as issued by Ohio State Board of Psychology per Section 4732.12 or 4732.15 (A) of Ohio Revised Code.

Job Skills: Behavioral Health

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 ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• 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)

*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.

Psychologist - Full-Time

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 3200 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals Ohio Pharmacy Services 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.